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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)


What physical change in metamorphic rock signals the end of metamorphism?

from what i know there is no physical change that signals the end of metamorphism but there is a physical change during the process of metamorphism. during metamorphism the shape of the rock changes due to force of stress this is a physical change. (a physical change is when the shape or composition ofa substance e.g. rock has changed). by the way i am only 12


Grain size of metamorphic rock increases in the process of .?

Grain size increases in the process of recrystallization.


Can crystals grow larger during metamorphism?

Yes, crystals can grow larger during metamorphism when subjected to increased temperature and pressure conditions. The atoms within the crystals have more energy to move around and rearrange, leading to their growth. This can result in larger crystal sizes and more defined crystal shapes.


Describe how contact metamorphism is different from regional metamorphism?

Contact metamorphism occurs when rocks are subjected to high temperatures and pressures due to being in close proximity to an igneous intrusion, leading to localized changes in mineralogy and texture. In contrast, regional metamorphism affects large areas of rocks over a wide region due to tectonic forces such as mountain building or subduction, resulting in widespread changes in mineralogy and texture. Contact metamorphism is therefore more localized and less intense compared to regional metamorphism.

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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.


How is contact 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.


How does increase metamorphism affect schist?

it turns into a igneous rock and then you cook an elephant cupcake @ 350


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.


How is contact metamorphism different from regional metamorphic?

contact metamorphism is what happens when something is really hot. regional metamorphism on the other hand involves much larger packages of 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)


What physical change in metamorphic rock signals the end of metamorphism?

from what i know there is no physical change that signals the end of metamorphism but there is a physical change during the process of metamorphism. during metamorphism the shape of the rock changes due to force of stress this is a physical change. (a physical change is when the shape or composition ofa substance e.g. rock has changed). by the way i am only 12


How does quartzite differ schist?

Quartzite is the product of the metamorphism of a rock (sandstone) which is mostly comprised of one mineral, in most cases, quartz. The metamorphism causes the grains of the sandstone to recrystallize and become larger, without banding or layering occurring.Schist is the product of rocks that have a multitude of mineral constituents, often platy minerals, that under great pressures and heat, align themselves in parallel bands and often have a shiny, flaky texture called foliation. Quartzite is non-foliated.


Grain size of metamorphic rock increases in the process of .?

Grain size increases in the process of recrystallization.


Can crystals grow larger during metamorphism?

Yes, crystals can grow larger during metamorphism when subjected to increased temperature and pressure conditions. The atoms within the crystals have more energy to move around and rearrange, leading to their growth. This can result in larger crystal sizes and more defined crystal shapes.


Describe how contact metamorphism is different from regional metamorphism?

Contact metamorphism occurs when rocks are subjected to high temperatures and pressures due to being in close proximity to an igneous intrusion, leading to localized changes in mineralogy and texture. In contrast, regional metamorphism affects large areas of rocks over a wide region due to tectonic forces such as mountain building or subduction, resulting in widespread changes in mineralogy and texture. Contact metamorphism is therefore more localized and less intense compared to regional metamorphism.


Would contact metamorphism or regional metamorphism be a product of 2 plates colliding?

Regional metamorphism would be the product of two plates colliding. The intense pressure and temperature generated during plate collision can create regional metamorphism, which affects a larger area and involves the recrystallization of rocks. Contact metamorphism, on the other hand, is caused by heat from a nearby magma intrusion and affects rocks in a localized area.