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Which rock type has negligible primary porosity but high secondary porosity due to fractures?

A. Granite

B. Sand

C. Shale

D. Clay

Answer: Option A

Solution (By Examveda Team)

Granite is typically dense and has low primary porosity, but secondary porosity may be high due to cracks and fractures that allow groundwater movement.

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