The major rocks of Earth's crust are classified into principal types based on
A) element composition.
B) mineral composition.
C) three specific rock-forming processes; i.e., the manner in which they formed.
D) relative and absolute locations.

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Rocks are classified into three principal types based on their formation processes: igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic. These processes determine the characteristics and classification of the rocks.

The Major Rocks of Earth's Crust Are Classified into Principal