Which Rocks term is correctly associated with common use or association: “used in sculpture and architecture”, and also with “a metamorphic rock”?

Correct Answer: Option D — Marble. Marble is correct because it is used in sculpture and architecture. Marble is also associated with a metamorphic rock. A further identifying fact is that Marble is has interlocking calcite crystals. Another useful fact is that Marble is associated with used in sculpture and architecture. Why the other options are incorrect: Option A — Slate: It is used for roofing and writing boards and is associated with a low-grade metamorphic rock; those are the identifying facts of Slate. Option B — Quartzite: It is used as construction aggregate and decorative stone and is associated with a hard metamorphic rock; those are the identifying facts of Quartzite. Option C — Granite: It is widely used as building and decorative stone and is associated with an intrusive igneous rock; those are the identifying facts of Granite. Exam Takeaway: Link Marble with “used in sculpture and architecture” and “a metamorphic rock” for quick revision.