Why is plutonic a synonym of intrusive?
A) They mean the same thing.
B) Plutonic comes from the Greek god of the underworld; intrusive rocks are formed beneath the surface of the Earth.
C) Plutonic comes from the Roman god of the ocean; intrusive rocks are formed in water.
D) Plutonic comes from the Roman god of fire; intrusive rocks form from lava on the earth's surface.

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Plutonic rocks are named after Pluto, the Greek god of the underworld, because they form beneath the Earth's surface, similar to intrusive rocks.

Why Is Plutonic a Synonym of Intrusive