The term 'batholith' refers to: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The term 'batholith' refers to:

A. A deep intrusive igneous body

B. A glacial deposit

C. A folded mountain

D. A volcanic crater lake

Answer: Option A

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Batholiths are massive intrusive igneous rock bodies formed deep within the crust.

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