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An area of rock deformation caused at plate boundaries where there is extreme pressure and heat.
In comparison to Contact metamorphism where existing rock undergoes neocrystalization because of extreme heat from being in close proximity to lava.
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If the sedimentary rock limestone is subjected to metamorphism what metamorphic rock will likely form?
Limestone can metamorphose into marble, a regional metamorphic rock, or into skarn, a contact metamorphic rock.
Is Slate is metamorphic?
yes, slate is metamorphic rock
A regional metamorphic belt is divided into zones based upon what?
Rock layers.
What kind of rock is slate?
Slate is a fine-grained, foliated metamorphic rock that is created by the alteration of shale or mudstone by low-grade regional metamorphism. It is popular for a wide variety of uses such as roofing, flooring and flagging because of its durability and attractive appearance.
The greatest volume of metamorphic rock is produced during?
The greatest volume of metamorphic rock is produced during regional metamorphism. It affects an extensive area as a result of the large-scale action of heat and pressure.
What metamorphic has elongated layers?
Regional metamorphism
What are the two types metamorphic rock?
The two groups of metamorphic rock are foliated and nonfoliated. Metamorphic rocks can also be classified as contact and regional.
What most metamorphic rock forms as a result of?
regional metamorphism
How do the effects of contact metamorphism compare with those of regional metamorphism?
contact and regional metamorphic are similar because both of them happen cause of hot heat and pressure which make the rock metamorphic
If the sedimentary rock limestone is subjected to metamorphism what metamorphic rock will likely form?
Limestone can metamorphose into marble, a regional metamorphic rock, or into skarn, a contact metamorphic rock.
What is the origin of gneiss?
it is formed by high-grade regional metamorphic processes
What are two things a metamorphic rock can d changed into?
regional and contact
Is Slate is metamorphic?
yes, slate is metamorphic rock
A regional metamorphic belt is divided into zones based upon what?
Rock layers.
When rocks grind and squeeze past each other metamorphic can occur?
Regional
Is the largest quantity of metamorphic rock produced by regional metamorphism?
True
Metamorphic is a process by which buried rocks in a large area are changed by heat and fluids?
Regional
