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Metamorphic rock formed from basalt

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Updated: 8/17/2019

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What is basalt sedimentary ignous or metamorphic?

actually, it truly depends on the type of rock the metamorphic rock formed from. in other words, if it formed from a rock that held basalt in it, the rock has basalt in it. remember that a metamorphic rock can be formed by more than two different types of rock (such as metamorphic quartz, slate, "fool's gold", plus granite). it does not matter which class the metamorphic rock formed from (but if a m. rock such as m. quartz, there is more likely a chance of finding a trace of basalt), as long as it formed from two different class of rock (this does not always apply, for there can be a metamorphic rock made from two or more metamorphic rocks). i would get into geodes...... but that's another answer. :)


Is basalt a metamorphic rock?

No, basalt is not a metamorphic rock. Basalt is an igneous rock that forms from cooling and solidification of lava. Metamorphic rocks are formed from the alteration of existing rocks due to high pressure, heat, or fluids.


A metamorphic rock formed from basalt?

Greenschist. It is schist


Is basalt metamorphic?

Yes. Basalt is an extrusive mafic igneous rock.


Is basalt a igneous metamorphic or sedimentary rock?

Basalt is an extrusive igneous rock.


A metamorphic rock from basalt?

schist


Basalt can change into what metamorphic rock?

When basalt undergoes metamorphism, it can change into a metamorphic rock called greenstone. Greenstone is a fine-grained metamorphic rock that forms from the alteration of basalt through metamorphic processes like recrystallization and the growth of new minerals.


What metamorphic rock melts and turns into lava?

Basalt is a common metamorphic rock that can melt and transform into lava when exposed to high temperatures. Basalt is formed from the solidification of lava, so it can melt when subjected to the same conditions.


What rock does basalt become after metamorphosis?

Basalt can metamorphose into a rock known as amphibolite. Amphibolite forms when basalt is subjected to high temperatures and pressure, leading to recrystallization of minerals and the development of a new texture.


What metamorphic rock is formed when shale and basalt are heated?

Slate is the metamorphic rock formed from shale. A pile of mud can turn into shale (a fine-grained sedimentary rock) with relatively low pressure, about 3 mi (5 km) down into the earth. With more pressure and some heat, shale can transform into slate. Metamorphic rock found closer to Earth's surface, or produced by low pressure, characteristically splits or flakes into layers of varying thickness. This is called foliation. Slate is often used as roofing tiles and paving stones.


Is basalt igneous sedimentary metamorphic?

Basalt is an igneous rock . . . it is pretty much hardened lava.


What type of rock is greenstone?

Greenstone is the rock that has characteristics of both igneous and metamorphic rock.When you break this rock you will see the basaltic composition but it is formed when a basalt is subjected to a different temperature and pressure.