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What is the process that causes the transformation of rocks into metamorphic rocks?
What is the process that causes the transformation of rocks into metamorphic rocks?
- Weathering
- Deposition
- Erosion
- Metamorphism (correct)
Where does metamorphism primarily occur?
Where does metamorphism primarily occur?
- Deep within the earth (correct)
- In the atmosphere
- At the surface of the earth
- In the ocean
What type of process is metamorphism?
What type of process is metamorphism?
- Sedimentary process
- Subsolidus process (correct)
- Igneous process
- Surface process
What are the agents of metamorphism?
What are the agents of metamorphism?
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What types of rocks can be transformed into metamorphic rocks?
What types of rocks can be transformed into metamorphic rocks?
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What are the main agents causing the transformation of rocks into metamorphic rocks?
What are the main agents causing the transformation of rocks into metamorphic rocks?
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What is the primary process that leads to changes in mineralogy and/or texture in a rock during metamorphism?
What is the primary process that leads to changes in mineralogy and/or texture in a rock during metamorphism?
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Where does metamorphism primarily occur?
Where does metamorphism primarily occur?
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What types of rocks can be transformed into metamorphic rocks?
What types of rocks can be transformed into metamorphic rocks?
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What are the factors that cause changes in mineralogy and texture in a rock during metamorphism?
What are the factors that cause changes in mineralogy and texture in a rock during metamorphism?
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