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A metamorphic rock can be classified according to its?
Metamorphic rocks are classified according to the process under which they have been formed.
How are rocks physically classified?
they are classified into 3 major kinds of rocksthey are the ;IGNEOUS ROCKS,SEDIMENTARY ROCKS,AND METAMORPHIC ROCKS
Metamorphic rocks are classified into two groups?
The two main groups metamorphic rocks are classified are foliated rocks (meaning they have "bands"), and there are non-foliated rocks.
Are sedimentary rocks classified tofoliated sedimentary rocks?
Metamorphic rocks are classified by foliation or lack there of, not sedimentary rocks. They are classified into Clastic Sedimentary, and Chemical Sedimentary.
Is talc a metamorphic sedimentary or igneous?
Talc is a mineral and is not classified as metamorphic, sedimentary, or igneous as are rocks.
Are rocks classified by were they are found?
Rocks are labeled by 3 groups. Igneous, Metamorphic, and Sedimentary.
How are igneous metamorphic and sedimentary rocks classified?
They are classified by origin, method of formation, mineral composition, and texture.
What are the two types metamorphic rock?
The two groups of metamorphic rock are foliated and nonfoliated. Metamorphic rocks can also be classified as contact and regional.
What is orange calcite classified as?
Orange Calcite is found in Igneous and Metamorphic rocks.
What are metamorphic rocks classified as?
Foliated or non-foliated.
Is amethyst igneous metamorphic or sedimentary?
Amethyst is actually a variety of quartz, and as a mineral, is not classified as igneous, metamorphic, or sedimentary as are rocks.
Rocks are classified as igneous sedimentary or metamorphic based primarily on their?
Based on their method of formation.
