Metamorphic Rocks Quiz
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What type of metamorphism is caused by the intrusion of magma into rock layers?

  • Cataclastic metamorphism
  • Dynamic metamorphism
  • Contact metamorphism (correct)
  • Regional metamorphism
  • What property generally increases in metamorphic rocks compared to the original rock?

  • Permeability
  • Hardness (correct)
  • Brittleness
  • Porosity
  • What type of rock can turn into marble through metamorphism?

  • Shale
  • Sandstone
  • Limestone (correct)
  • Granite
  • What type of metamorphism is caused by magma intruding into rock layers?

    <p>Contact metamorphism</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the crystal structure and density of rocks during metamorphism?

    <p>They change</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of rock does limestone typically transform into through metamorphism?

    <p>Marble</p> Signup and view all the answers

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