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Igneous rocks are formed in and around volcanos, metamorphic rocks are formed by the partial melting of rocks deep underground.

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Who is correct a metamorphic rock is formed from a sedimentary rock or a metamorphic rock can form from an igneous rock?

A metamorphic rock can form from either a sedimentary rock or an igneous rock. When subjected to high heat and pressure, existing rocks can recrystallize and change into new types of rocks, resulting in the formation of metamorphic rocks.


What provides the heat that drives the formation of igneous and metamorphic rock?

Earths hot interior


Why Doesn't metamorphic rock occur at temperatures 1000 degrees or higher?

if rock melts it will form magma, which leads to the formation of igneous rocks


How does a extrusive igneous rock turn into a metamorphic rock?

Extrusive igneous rocks can turn into metamorphic rocks through the process of regional metamorphism, where they are subjected to high temperatures and pressures deep within the Earth's crust. This causes the mineral composition and texture of the rock to change, resulting in the formation of a new metamorphic rock.


How metamorphic rock turns into igneous?

Metamorphic rock becomes igneous rock when it is melted, then solidifies.


How can an igneous rock become a metamorphic?

A metamorphic rock can become a igneous rock by melting and cooling


Which metamorphic rock changes to an igneous rock?

Any metamorphic rock can melt and recrystallize and become an igneous rock.


How do metamorphic rocks change into igneous rock?

The metamorphic rock melts into magma then cools into igneous rock


What are the three types of rock and their formation?

there are 4 bill bob and jerry and the one in abi's head she likes to call a brain Igneous, Sedimentary, and Metamorphic.


The melting of metamorphic or igneous rock forms what substance?

The melting of metamorphic or igneous rock forms magma.


Are metamorphic rock only made out of from igneous?

No, metamorphic can be formed by either igneous or sedimetary rock.


Can a metamorphic rock go back into and igneous rock?

Yes. A metamorphic rock can melt and the re-solidify as an igneous rock.