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'' the properties of the metamorphic rock quartzite depend on the properties of its parent rock, sandstone. Some sandstone are made almost entirely of quartz sand grains. Quartzite consists largely of quartz crystal. Under heat and pressure, the spaces between the sandstone's grains are filled, and the rock recrystallizes into quartzite. '' - Page 135, Chapter 6 Rocks (EARTH SCIENCE).
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Is a metamorphic rock light weight?
Metamorphic rocks can vary in weight depending on their composition and density. Some metamorphic rocks, like marble, can be lighter weight compared to other types of rock, while others, like gneiss, can be heavier. The weight of a metamorphic rock will also depend on factors such as porosity and mineral content.
Can metamorphic rock form out of other metamorphic rock?
No.
How can a rock be transformed into a metamorphic rock?
Rock can be changed into metamorphic rock by heat and pressure.
How would metamorphic rock change into a new metamorphic rock?
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How can any rock be transformed into metamorphic rock?
Heat and pressure transform rock to metamorphic rock.
What type of rock will the metamorphic rock most likely transform into?
Metamorphic rocks can transform into other metamorphic rocks through the process of recrystallization under high pressure and temperature conditions. The specific type of rock it transforms into will depend on the composition of the original rock and the conditions of metamorphism.
How many layers do metamorphic layers have?
a metamorphic rock is a rock that has been changed from one rock to another by heat and/or pressure.....they amount of layers would depend on what kind of rock.....all rocks have a different amount of layers sorry
What type of rock is slate?
A metamorphic rock.
What can you find in a metamorphic rock?
in a metamorphic rock you find rock.
Is a metamorphic rock light weight?
Metamorphic rocks can vary in weight depending on their composition and density. Some metamorphic rocks, like marble, can be lighter weight compared to other types of rock, while others, like gneiss, can be heavier. The weight of a metamorphic rock will also depend on factors such as porosity and mineral content.
Is chert a metamorphic rock?
Chert is NOT a metamorphic rock.
Can metamorphic rock form out of other metamorphic rock?
No.
What is metamorphic rock with flattened band patterns?
Metamorphic rock displaying banding is referred to as foliated metamorphic rock.
How can a rock be transformed into a metamorphic rock?
Rock can be changed into metamorphic rock by heat and pressure.
Give you a sentence about metamorphic rock?
These rock is Metamorphic. metamorphic rocks are found in Africa.
What is a changed rock in 2 words?
metamorphic rock
What type of rock can be changed to metamorphic rock?
All rock types, igneous, sedimentary, and even metamorphic can be altered to new metamorphic rock.
