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In metamorphosed coal deposits, usually in mountain forming regions.

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Q: Where is Anthracite rock found mostly and why?
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What is a metamorphic rock found deep inside earth and it is used as a fuel?

Anthracite is found.


What metamorphic rock does anthracite coal turn in to?

Anthracite coal, a type of coal with a high carbon content and low impurities, can turn into metamorphic rock called graphite under high heat and pressure. Graphite is a soft, crystalline form of carbon that is a good conductor of electricity.


Is anthracite an igneous metamorphic or sedimentary?

Anthracite is a metamorphic rock. Anthracite is formed when an organic sedimentary rock - coal - is compressed and heated in the ground.


Is coal extrusive igneous rock?

No, coal is a sedimentary rock composed mostly of the remains of ancient vegetation (except for anthracite coal which is a metamorphic rock, see image above)..


Is anthracite coal a sedimentary rock?

Yes, anthracite coal is a type of coal that is considered a metamorphic rock, not a sedimentary rock. It forms from the metamorphism of bituminous coal at high pressures and temperatures.


What is the texture of Anthracite rock?

Anthracite is a form of coal. It is hard black and shiny.


Is Anthracite coal igneous metamorphic or sedimentary?

Anthracite Coal is a metamorphic rock.


What type of rock is anthracite coal?

Metamorphic rock


Which coal is mostly used in industry?

anthracite


Metamorphic rock formed from coal?

anthracite


Is anthracite a sedimentary rock?

No it is not but bituminous coal is


What metamorphic rock is commonly known as coal?

Anthracite is a metamorphic rock commonly called coal ,whose protolith or parent rock is bituminous coal.