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That is called a Metamorphic rock. it can take thousands to millions of years to create these but they can be formed pretty quickly too. for example, when a meitor hits the earths surface, it can create metamorphic rocks instantly.

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What rock is it called when the pressure changes layers of dead plants into coal?

The rock is called sedimentary rock. The process of turning dead plants into coal through pressure and heat is known as coalification.


When a rock changes because of surrounding pressure?

When a rock changes due to surrounding pressure, it undergoes a process called metamorphism. This can cause the rock to recrystallize into new minerals or textures without melting. Factors such as temperature, pressure, and the presence of fluids all play a role in metamorphic rock formation.


What is a rock that continuously changes from one type to another?

A rock that continuously changes from one type to another due to heat and pressure is called a metamorphic rock. This transformation occurs deep within the Earth's crust where existing rocks are subjected to intense heat and pressure, causing them to recrystallize into a different type of rock.


What is the process called when a sedimentary rock or an igneous rock becomes a metamorphic rock in the rock cycle?

The process is known as metamorphism. This involves the transformation of existing rock types (sedimentary or igneous) due to changes in temperature, pressure, and/or chemical processes, resulting in the formation of new metamorphic rocks.


When heat and pressure is applied to sedimentary rock it changes into what?

When heat and pressure are applied to sedimentary rock, it can change into metamorphic rock through a process called metamorphism. This process causes the original minerals in the sedimentary rock to recrystallize and form new minerals, resulting in a different texture and often a different composition.

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What rock is it called when the pressure changes layers of dead plants into coal?

The rock is called sedimentary rock. The process of turning dead plants into coal through pressure and heat is known as coalification.


How does heat in the form of friction and pressure affect the rock cycle?

The heat (in the form of friction and pressure) affects the rock by performing a process called menstrual which changes the material of the rock, but not the mass.


When a rock changes because of surrounding pressure?

When a rock changes due to surrounding pressure, it undergoes a process called metamorphism. This can cause the rock to recrystallize into new minerals or textures without melting. Factors such as temperature, pressure, and the presence of fluids all play a role in metamorphic rock formation.


A force that changes a rocks shape or volume is called?

The force that changes a rock's shape or volume is called stress. This can occur due to factors such as compression, tension, or shear forces acting on the rock.


What changes a sedimentry rock into a metamorphic rock?

heat and pressure


What layer in the Earth changes sedimentary rock into metamorphic rock by heat and pressure?

heat and pressure


What is it called when a rock changes?

Metamorphism....A metamorphic rock is a rock formed when it undergoes chemical reactions,tremendous heat and great pressure to form a new kind of rock from an existing one.


What is a rock that continuously changes from one type to another?

A rock that continuously changes from one type to another due to heat and pressure is called a metamorphic rock. This transformation occurs deep within the Earth's crust where existing rocks are subjected to intense heat and pressure, causing them to recrystallize into a different type of rock.


When heat and pressure changes a rock what kind of rock does it turn into?

metamorphic


When a rock is put under pressure and becomes very hot?

The rock may undergo a process called metamorphism, where it changes in composition and texture due to the high pressure and temperature. This can lead to the formation of new minerals and structures within the rock.


What are some changes that occur when a sedimentary rock changes into a metamorphic rock?

To change a sedimentary rock to a metamorphic rock, you change it by time,heat, and pressure.


How do you change a igneous rock to a metamorphic rock?

you expose the rock to extreme heat or pressure such that the rock changes.