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Yes, additional pressure and heat will lead to further metamorphism. The reference used to describe this is called the 'degree of metamorphism'. For instance, the sedimentary rock shale can become the low grade metamorphic rock slate. In the next degree of metamorphism, slate can become phyllite. Phyllite can then become schist, and finally gneiss. Migmatite is the highest grade metamorphic rock, but has been partially melted.
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Can any type of rock become a metamorphic rock?
Yes, any type of rock can become a metamorphic rock through the process of heat and pressure transforming its mineral composition and texture. This includes igneous, sedimentary, and even existing metamorphic rocks.
How the metamorphic rock can become sediment rock?
The Metamorphic Rock must undergo a process called Weathering and Erosion. Once it has become sediments it goes under another process called Cementing and Compacting. Now it has become a sedimentary rock. Trust Point me if this helped! Thanks!
Can slate turn into another metamorphic rock?
Yes, slate, which is a fine-grained metamorphic rock formed from the metamorphism of shale, can further undergo metamorphism to transform into another metamorphic rock. The process of changing one metamorphic rock into another is known as metamorphic progression or metamorphic differentiation. If slate undergoes increased heat and pressure over time, it can undergo further metamorphism and transform into a different type of metamorphic rock. The specific type of rock it may transform into depends on the intensity of the metamorphic conditions. For example, if the temperature and pressure increase significantly, slate might progress to phyllite, schist, and eventually, if conditions are extreme, it could transform into gneiss. Metamorphic rocks form through the alteration of existing rocks (igneous, sedimentary, or other metamorphic rocks) due to heat, pressure, or chemically reactive fluids over geological time. The process of metamorphism involves changes in mineral composition, texture, and structure.
Metamorphic rock form igneous rock true or false?
Metamorphic rock can become igneous rock by melting and resolidifying. It can also become sedimentary rock through weathering and erosion, deposition and lithification. It can also become a higher grade metamorphic rock. In a few instances, it can also become a retrograde metamorphic rock. Igneous rock can form from any rock type, if the rock type is melted then cools to a solid.
What changes are involved when mud from a lake bottom turns into a sedimentary rock then into a metamorphic rock?
When mud from a lake bottom turns into a sedimentary rock, it undergoes compaction and cementation. To transform into a metamorphic rock, the sedimentary rock experiences heat and pressure deep within the Earth's crust, causing recrystallization and mineral changes. This process alters the sedimentary rock's original texture, structure, and mineral composition.
How can an igneous rock become a metamorphic?
A metamorphic rock can become a igneous rock by melting and cooling
For metamorphic rock to become igneous rock what steps are necessary?
Metamorphic rock can not become igneous rock, however igneous rock can become metamorphic. This process happens over time as the rocks are shifted, compressed and heated by the Earth.
What can a metamorphic rock become?
A pre-existing, igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rock.
What rocks change into metamorphic rocks?
Any type of rock can become metamorphic.
Which metamorphic rock changes to an igneous rock?
Any metamorphic rock can melt and recrystallize and become an igneous rock.
How can metamorphic rock become magma?
If the metamorphic rock becomes hot enough it can melt.
What process must a sedimentary rock go through to become a metamorphic rock?
what processes must sedimentary rock go through to become a metamorphic rock
What processes must a sedimentary rock go through to become a metamorphic rock?
what processes must sedimentary rock go through to become a metamorphic rock
Can a rock that has undergone become a metamorphic rock?
absolutely NOT!
How would a metamorphic rock become into a new metamorphic rock?
It breaks down and the cycle starts again
How does a metamorphic rock become an igneous rock?
by melting and cooling
What other kind of rock can sedimentary rock become?
Metamorphic
