Magma that solidifies before reaching Earth's surface is called
A)intrusive igneous rock.
B)plutonic rock.
C)a pluton.
D)all of the above.

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All of the given options are correct for magma that solidifies before reaching Earth's surface. Intrusive igneous rock and plutonic rock are both terms used for igneous rocks that form beneath the Earth's surface by the cooling and solidification of magma. A pluton is a large, discordant or concordant body of intrusive igneous rock formed below the surface of the Earth. Therefore, all three terms can be used interchangeably for magma that solidifies before reaching Earth's surface.

Magma That Solidifies Before Reaching Earth's Surface Is Called