All of the following are examples of descriptive classifications except

A) igneous vs. sedimentary vs. metamorphic rocks.
B) silica rich vs. silica poor vs. intermediate rocks.
C) dark-colored vs. medium-colored vs. light-colored rocks.
D) carbonate vs. mixed-carbonate vs. non-carbonate rocks.


Answer: A

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