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Metamorphism is the process of changing one type of ______ into another.
Metamorphism is the process of changing one type of ______ into another.
rock
Contact metamorphism is caused by an increase in ______.
Contact metamorphism is caused by an increase in ______.
heat
Regional metamorphism is caused by an increase in ______.
Regional metamorphism is caused by an increase in ______.
pressure
Metamorphic rock is formed from the alteration of pre-existing ______.
Metamorphic rock is formed from the alteration of pre-existing ______.
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The word Metamorphic is a Greek word which means “to ______ form”.
The word Metamorphic is a Greek word which means “to ______ form”.
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Study Notes
Metamorphism
- Metamorphism is the process of changing one type of rock into another.
- Contact metamorphism occurs due to an increase in temperature.
- Regional metamorphism is caused by an increase in pressure and temperature.
- Metamorphic rock is formed from the alteration of pre-existing rocks.
- The term "Metamorphic" originates from the Greek word, meaning "to change form".
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Test your knowledge of metamorphism and stress forces with this quiz! Explore how rocks can transform from sedimentary, igneous, or metamorphic forms through extreme heat and pressure, and discover the processes that lead to the creation of entirely new rocks.
