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Two types of metamorphism occur in earth's crust. One is when small volumes of rock come in contact with magma. And the other is when large amounts of the earth's crust are effected by heat and pressure

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Metamorphism occurs at hot spots where magma rises up through the Earth?

Metamorphism actually occurs when rocks are subjected to high temperatures and pressures deep within the Earth's crust. This can happen due to tectonic forces, such as during the formation of mountain ranges, or when rocks are buried deep in the crust. While magma can be involved in some types of metamorphism, it does not necessarily have to be present for metamorphism to occur.


What are the 4 types of metamorphism?

contact metamorphism, regional metamorphism, dynamic metamorphism


Why do rocks have to be in the mantle to change to a metamorphic rock?

The short answer is that they don't! For metamorphism to occur rocks require either heat, pressure or a combination of the two. Both of these conditions occur together in the mantle, however they can occur in other places to. Such as in the rocks around igneous intrusions (high temperatures and low to moderate pressures) which cause contact metamorphism. It can also occur in zones of high tectonic stress (such as continental collision zones where mountains are being built where there is a relatively low temperature by mantle standards but very high pressure) which causes regional metamorphism. Finally in zones characterised by very high strains (e.g. the rocks in very close proximity to fault zones) metamorphism can occur. The type depends on the strain rate and the depth (which affects the pressure and temperature). This type of metamorphism is known as dynamic metamorphism). All the above conditions (and a number of others) can cause metamorphism to occur in sections of the earth outside the mantle. The differing types of metamorphism at differing temperatures and pressures create differing assemblages of minerals. These are known as metamorphic facies. Please see the related links for more information.


how are boiling milk and earth crust the same?

Earths crust can break under pressure and milk can break its foundation from pressure, both are different types of pressure, but still


What is 2 types of metamorphic rocks?

Metamorphic rocks are formed by the process of extreme heat, pressure and other chemicals. Two types of metamorphism are dynamic which makes the pressure and extreme heat and thermal which is caused by the heat of magma from a volcanic eruption.

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Metamorphism occurs at hot spots where magma rises up through the Earth?

Metamorphism actually occurs when rocks are subjected to high temperatures and pressures deep within the Earth's crust. This can happen due to tectonic forces, such as during the formation of mountain ranges, or when rocks are buried deep in the crust. While magma can be involved in some types of metamorphism, it does not necessarily have to be present for metamorphism to occur.


What are the different types of earthquakes?

I think there are three types of earthquakes one is the earths crust


What are the 4 types of metamorphism?

contact metamorphism, regional metamorphism, dynamic metamorphism


What three types of rock is the earths crust made up of?

no, the eaath is made of five different types of solid rock.


What is burial metamorphism?

Burial metamorphism refers to the alteration of rocks due to increased pressure and temperature from the weight of overlying sediment. This type of metamorphism occurs at relatively low temperatures and pressures compared to other types, such as regional metamorphism. It commonly occurs in sedimentary rocks buried deep within the Earth's crust.


What are the two types of earths crusts?

The two types of Earth's crust are continental crust and oceanic crust. Continental crust is thicker, less dense, and composed mainly of granite, while oceanic crust is thinner, denser, and made up mostly of basalt.


Three types of stress that occer in earths crust?

Compression Stress Tension Stress Shearing Stress


What are the four types of metamorphism?

The four types of metamorphism are contact metamorphism, regional metamorphism, dynamic metamorphism, and hydrothermal metamorphism. Contact metamorphism occurs near igneous intrusions, regional metamorphism happens over large areas due to tectonic forces, dynamic metamorphism occurs along fault zones, and hydrothermal metamorphism involves hot, circulating fluids altering rocks.


What are the three main types of metamorphism Compare and contrast the factors that cause each type?

The three main types of metamorphism are: Regional Metamorphism Contact Metamorphism Hydrothermal metamorphism Regional metamorphism is caused when high temperature and pressure affect large regions of Earths crust, It can range from low grade to high grade. It causes folded rock layers. Contact Metamorphism is when molten material comes in contact with solid rock. High temperature and moderate to low pressure from mineral assemblages. Metamorphic effects decrease with distance. Hydrothermal Metamorphism is when very hot water reacts with rock and alters its chemical and mineral composition. As hot fluids migrate in and out of the rock during metamorphism the original mineral composition and texture of the rock change.


Why do rocks have to be in the mantle to change to a metamorphic rock?

The short answer is that they don't! For metamorphism to occur rocks require either heat, pressure or a combination of the two. Both of these conditions occur together in the mantle, however they can occur in other places to. Such as in the rocks around igneous intrusions (high temperatures and low to moderate pressures) which cause contact metamorphism. It can also occur in zones of high tectonic stress (such as continental collision zones where mountains are being built where there is a relatively low temperature by mantle standards but very high pressure) which causes regional metamorphism. Finally in zones characterised by very high strains (e.g. the rocks in very close proximity to fault zones) metamorphism can occur. The type depends on the strain rate and the depth (which affects the pressure and temperature). This type of metamorphism is known as dynamic metamorphism). All the above conditions (and a number of others) can cause metamorphism to occur in sections of the earth outside the mantle. The differing types of metamorphism at differing temperatures and pressures create differing assemblages of minerals. These are known as metamorphic facies. Please see the related links for more information.


how are boiling milk and earth crust the same?

Earths crust can break under pressure and milk can break its foundation from pressure, both are different types of pressure, but still


What are the most common minerals located in earths crust?

The most common minerals found in Earth's crust are quartz, feldspar, and mica. These minerals make up a significant portion of the Earth's continental crust and are essential components of many rock types.