Thick concordant bodies which force the overlying sediments to form dome-shaped hills are called_____________________?
Correct answer: D. Laccoliths
- A. Batholiths
- B. Pegmatic
- C. Dike
- D. Laccoliths
Explanation
Laccoliths are thick, concordant igneous intrusions that push overlying sedimentary strata upward into a dome. Dikes cut across layers, whereas batholiths are much larger and generally discordant intrusive masses.
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