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the parent rock must be in solid form
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What happen for metamorphism to occur?
the parent rock must be in solid form
What are the 4 types of metamorphism?
contact metamorphism, regional metamorphism, dynamic metamorphism
Can metamorphism occur without deformation?
Yes, metamorphism can occur without deformation. Contact metamorphism, which results from high temperatures and pressures near igneous intrusions, can happen without significant deformation of the rock. Additionally, burial metamorphism can occur due to increased pressure from overlying rocks without accompanying deformation.
What are the four types of metamorphism?
The four types of metamorphism are contact metamorphism, regional metamorphism, dynamic metamorphism, and hydrothermal metamorphism. Contact metamorphism occurs near igneous intrusions, regional metamorphism happens over large areas due to tectonic forces, dynamic metamorphism occurs along fault zones, and hydrothermal metamorphism involves hot, circulating fluids altering rocks.
What are the types of rock metamorphism?
Types of metamorphism are Contact Metamorphism Regional Metamorphism Cataclastic Metamorphism Hydrothermal Metamorphism Burial Metamorphism Shock Metamorphism (Impact Metamorphism)
Do crystals grow larger during metamorphism?
During metamorphism, crystals can grow larger through a process called recrystallization, where existing minerals rearrange their atoms to form larger crystals. This can happen due to changes in temperature, pressure, or the presence of fluids in the rock. So, yes, crystals can grow larger during metamorphism.
What are the Three types of metamorphism?
contact metamorphism, regional metamorphism, dynamic metamorphism
If metamorphism occurs due to heat generated by magma it is called metamorphism?
It is called contact metamorphism.
Which type of metamorphism is most likely to occur along the fault line?
Dynamic Metamorphism >.<
Which type of metamorphism is associated with orogens?
Regional Metamorphism
How is metamorphism different from regional metamorphism?
contact metamorphism is what happens when something is really hot. regional metamorphism on the other hand involves much larger packages of rocks.
Metamorphism occurs at hot spots where magma rises up through the Earth?
Metamorphism actually occurs when rocks are subjected to high temperatures and pressures deep within the Earth's crust. This can happen due to tectonic forces, such as during the formation of mountain ranges, or when rocks are buried deep in the crust. While magma can be involved in some types of metamorphism, it does not necessarily have to be present for metamorphism to occur.
