Metamorphic Rocks and Metamorphism Quiz

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What is the process that causes the transformation of rocks into metamorphic rocks?

Weathering

Deposition

Erosion

Metamorphism (correct)

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?

Sedimentary process

Subsolidus process (correct)

Igneous process

Surface process

What are the agents of metamorphism?

Temperature and pressure Signup and view all the answers

What types of rocks can be transformed into metamorphic rocks?

Igneous, sedimentary, or metamorphic rocks Signup and view all the answers

What are the main agents causing the transformation of rocks into metamorphic rocks?

Temperature and pressure Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary process that leads to changes in mineralogy and/or texture in a rock during metamorphism?

Metamorphism Signup and view all the answers

Where does metamorphism primarily occur?

Deep within the earth Signup and view all the answers

What types of rocks can be transformed into metamorphic rocks?

Igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks Signup and view all the answers

What are the factors that cause changes in mineralogy and texture in a rock during metamorphism?

Physical and/or chemical conditions Signup and view all the answers

Metamorphic Rocks and Metamorphism Quiz

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What is the process that causes the transformation of rocks into metamorphic rocks?

Where does metamorphism primarily occur?

What type of process is metamorphism?

What are the agents of metamorphism?

What types of rocks can be transformed into metamorphic rocks?

What are the main agents causing the transformation of rocks into metamorphic rocks?

What is the primary process that leads to changes in mineralogy and/or texture in a rock during metamorphism?

Where does metamorphism primarily occur?

What types of rocks can be transformed into metamorphic rocks?

What are the factors that cause changes in mineralogy and texture in a rock during metamorphism?

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