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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.
How does a metamorphic rock become an igneous rock?
by melting and cooling
What type of rock does limestone become when it turns into metamorphic rock?
Limestone is a sedimentary rock but due to metamorphosis it turns to Marble, a metamorphic rock.
When igneous rocks are subjected to intense heat and pressure they become what type o rock?
A sedimentary rock is formed when an igneous rock is subjected to weathering, erosion, compaction, and cementation!
How could a metamorphic rock go to a igneous rock?
If a metamorphic rock were to reach the mantle and melt, it would become magma. If that magma were then to recrystallize it would be an igneous rock.
High temperature and pressure cause igneous rocks to become what type of rock?
Metamorphic rock
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.
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!
What rocks change into metamorphic rocks?
Any type of rock can become metamorphic.
Does igneous rock have to become sedimentary rock before it can become metamorphic rock?
No. It can change directly into metamorphic rock due to heat and pressure. For example, granite turning into gneiss.
How would a metamorphic rock become into a new metamorphic rock?
It breaks down and the cycle starts again
