Which of the following rocks are formed from the carbon shells of marine organisms?
A) limestone
B) granite
C) shale
D) rhyolite
E) gneiss

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Limestone is formed from the accumulation of calcium carbonate, which is primarily derived from the shells of marine organisms. Granite, shale, rhyolite, and gneiss are all formed through different geological processes and do not involve marine organisms.

Which of the Following Rocks Are Formed from the Carbon