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What are the similarities between sedimentary rocks and metamorphic rocks?

They are both rocks


What type of rocks can contain fossils on them?

Sedimentary rocks. and metamorphic rocks made form sedimentary rocks.


How much of the mineral garnet exists in the earth?

Garnet is a common mineral found in Earth's crust, accounting for about 0.1 to 0.6% by weight. It is widely distributed in metamorphic rocks, igneous rocks, and some sediments. Overall, garnet is one of the more abundant minerals on Earth.


What are the features that will help you distinguish crystalline metamorphic rock fram a crystalline igneous rock?

Crystalline metamorphic rocks typically exhibit foliation or banding due to the alignment of minerals under pressure, while crystalline igneous rocks lack this feature and have a more uniform texture. Additionally, metamorphic rocks may contain minerals that form under high pressure and temperature, such as garnet or kyanite, which are not typically found in igneous rocks. The presence of parent rock structures, such as sedimentary or igneous rocks, can also indicate metamorphic origins, whereas igneous rocks form directly from the cooling of molten material.


Igneous and sedimentary rocks are exposed to extreme pressure and heat They will most likely form?

If igneous rocks are exposed to extreme pressure and heat, they are likely to recrystallize into new igneous rocks. On the other hand, if sedimentary rocks are exposed to extreme pressure and heat, they are likely to metamorphose into metamorphic rocks.

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Where do you find metamorphic rocks in New York?

garnet


What are the similarities between sedimentary rocks and metamorphic rocks?

They are both rocks


What features of metamorphic rocks are unlikely to be found in sedimentary rocks?

Foliation, a layered or banded texture, is a common feature of metamorphic rocks but not typically found in sedimentary rocks. Metamorphic rocks can also have mineral reorganization and recrystallization that are not commonly seen in sedimentary rocks. Additionally, metamorphic rocks may exhibit distinct metamorphic minerals like garnet, staurolite, or kyanite, which are unlikely to be found in sedimentary rocks.


What countries contain metamorphic rocks?

All countries!


Do metamorphic rocks contain lectures crystals?

yes


What mineral is usually dark red and found in many New York State metamorphic rocks?

The mineral typically found in many New York State metamorphic rocks that is usually dark red is garnet. Garnet often occurs in various metamorphic environments and is known for its hardness and distinct crystal structure. Its deep red color is attributed to its iron and aluminum content, making it a common indicator mineral in regional metamorphic rocks.


What type of rocks can contain fossils on them?

Sedimentary rocks. and metamorphic rocks made form sedimentary rocks.


How much of the mineral garnet exists in the earth?

Garnet is a common mineral found in Earth's crust, accounting for about 0.1 to 0.6% by weight. It is widely distributed in metamorphic rocks, igneous rocks, and some sediments. Overall, garnet is one of the more abundant minerals on Earth.


Does igneous sedimentary and metamorphic rocks contain fossils?

No. In general, there are no fossils in igneous or metamorphic rocks, because the high heat and pressure involved would destroy any fossils. Fossils are almost always found in sedimentary rock.


Which properties are most often used to distinguish metamorphic rocks from other kinds of rocks?

Metamorphic rocks are formed when igneous or sedimentary rocks undergo change because of exposure to excessive heat and pressure. The properties most often used to distinguish them from other kinds of rocks are: density, banding and the absence of vesicles.


What is farther down than chlorite and heated to temperatures less than garnet?

In the context of metamorphic grade, biotite is typically found farther down than chlorite and is stable at temperatures lower than those required for garnet formation. Biotite forms in the medium-grade metamorphic conditions, while garnet forms in higher-grade conditions. Thus, biotite represents a transitional mineral between chlorite and garnet in metamorphic rocks.


What types of stones are most likely to contain fossils?

There are three basic types of rock; sedimentary, igneous and metamorphic. Igneous rocks are formed by volcanic action and don't contain fossils. Sedimentary rocks are formed, usually under water, by eroded material accumulating. Metamorphic rocks are formed when sedimentary rocks are changed by heating and/or pressure. From this, you can see that sedimentary rocks are the most likely to contain fossils, although metamorphic rocks also can contain fossils. Any sedimentary rock can contain fossils, but some make fossil hunting easier. Shales and mudstones are particularly good; chalk is pretty much entirely made of fossils - it's formed of skeletons of small organisms, but its difficult to see the individual fossils.