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Metamorphic rocks are formed from igneous, sedimentary and older metamorphic rocks that are introduced to extreme temperature and pressure. Because of the extreme temperature and pressure, rocks go through a significant chemical or physical change, turing them into metamorphic rocks.

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Does heat and pressure create a metamorphic rock?

yes it does create a metamorphic rock


Sentence for metamorphic rock?

heat and pressure create metamorphic rock.


How are metamorphic rock structures related to deformation?

Metamorphic rock structures are formed when rocks are subjected to high pressure and temperature, often due to tectonic forces that cause deformation. Deformation can cause rocks to recrystallize, rearrange mineral structures, and develop foliation or lineation in metamorphic rocks. Therefore, the type and intensity of deformation can significantly influence the texture and structure of metamorphic rocks.


A rock from interlocking crystals that are not lined up?

The rock is likely a type of metamorphic rock called a mylonite, which forms from intense deformation. The crystals are not aligned due to the intense shearing forces during metamorphism, causing the grains to rotate and create a foliation. This unique texture distinguishes mylonites from other types of rocks.


When forces inside earth push rock down towards the mantle what kind of rock would form?

metamorphic rock


What are the steps of the rock cycle if it starts with Sedimentary rock is pulled into Earth's interior by tectonic forces?

If sedimentary rock is pulled into Earth's interior by tectonic forces, it will undergo heat and pressure, transforming into metamorphic rock. Further movement and heating could melt the metamorphic rock, turning it into magma. The magma can then cool and solidify to form igneous rock, completing the rock cycle.


Is a metamorphic rock able to create an entire mountain range?

Yes


What help create both metamorphic and sedimentary rock?

cementation


Does cementation help create both metamorphic rock and sedimentary rock?

No. Cementation is the process of rock clasts or sediments being joined by the precipitation of cementing minerals, usually quartz, calcite, or iron to create a sedimentary rock. Metamorphic rock is the alteration of existing rock due to heat and pressure.


What forces do you find in the present of the formation of metamorphic rock?

temperature, pressure or added fluids


What two forces are needed to create a metamorphic rock?

Metamorphic rocks are formed from igneous, sedimentary and older metamorphic rocks that are introduced to extreme temperature and pressure. Because of the extreme temperature and pressure, rocks go through a significant chemical or physical change, turing them into metamorphic rocks.


What type of rock forms when heat and pressure change one type of rock into another?

Changes in the structure, texture, or mineralogy of existing rocks will create a metamorphic rock. Metamorphism can result from the effects of heat and/or pressure, or from the addition of ions from heated fluids. Examples of metamorphic rock are slate, schist, and gneiss.