Metamorphic Rocks

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What is Contact Metamorphism?

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A process where lava or magma heats up a rock so much that it recrystallizes without melting.

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What metamorphic rock does sandstone become when exposed to intense heat and pressure?

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Quartzite.

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Which metamorphic rock contains only mica?

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Slate.

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What does the term 'Banding' refer to in metamorphic rocks?

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Alternating light and dark layers.

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What type of rocks exhibit Banding?

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Metamorphic Rocks.

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What is Regional Metamorphism?

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A process where rocks are subjected to high pressure and temperature over large areas, often associated with tectonic forces.

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What is the primary mineral composition of Marble?

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Calcite.

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How does heat affect the structure of metamorphic rocks?

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It causes recrystallization of minerals, leading to a denser and more stable rock.

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What is the difference between foliated and non-foliated metamorphic rocks?

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Foliated rocks have a layered or banded appearance due to the alignment of minerals, while non-foliated rocks do not.

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What is Schist?

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A medium to coarse-grained metamorphic rock that is characterized by well-aligned minerals, often including mica.