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What process is responsible for the formation of metamorphic rocks?
What process is responsible for the formation of metamorphic rocks?
- Metamorphism (correct)
- Deposition
- Erosion
- Weathering
At what temperatures are protoliths subjected to during the formation of metamorphic rocks?
At what temperatures are protoliths subjected to during the formation of metamorphic rocks?
- 250 to 300 °C
- 150 to 200 °C (correct)
- 50 to 100 °C
- 350 to 400 °C
What type of pressure is often involved in the formation of metamorphic rocks?
What type of pressure is often involved in the formation of metamorphic rocks?
- Hydraulic pressure
- Vertical pressure
- Lateral pressure (correct)
- Turbulent pressure
What can be the protolith for the formation of metamorphic rocks?
What can be the protolith for the formation of metamorphic rocks?
How are metamorphic rocks classified?
How are metamorphic rocks classified?