Metamorphic Rocks

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What causes extreme heat when metamorphic rocks are formed?

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The fiery hot magma in the Earth's mantle.

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Can metamorphic rock form out of other metamorphic rock?

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True.

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What are the two main types of metamorphic rocks?

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Foliated and nonfoliated.

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What is a characteristic of foliated metamorphic rocks?

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Foliated rocks have visible bands/layers.

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What is a characteristic of non-foliated metamorphic rocks?

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Non-foliated rocks have mineral grains that are not arranged in distinct bands.

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What is the difference between intrusive and extrusive rocks?

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Intrusive rocks are formed inside the Earth, while extrusive rocks are formed on the surface.

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What type of metamorphic rock has visible bands/layers?

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Foliated.

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What type of metamorphic rock does not have visible bands/layers?

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Non-foliated.

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What is an example of a foliated metamorphic rock?

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Schist.

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What is an example of a non-foliated metamorphic rock?

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Marble.