Three kinds of rocks

Metamorphic rocks form from ___.

• igneous rocks
• other metamorphic rocks
• sedimentary rocks
• all types of rocks

When metamorphic rocks are formed, the extreme heat is usually caused by the _______.

• gravity in the atmosphere
• collision of tectonic plates
• the fiery hot magma in the Earth's mantle
• weight of the mountains

How do metamorphic rocks form? 

• Heat and Pressure
• Compaction & Cementation
• Cooling of Magma
• Sediments & Glue

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

True / False: Metamorphic rocks can be metamorphosed more than once.

• True
• False

Which of the following best describes the type of environment a metamorphic rock forms in

• High heat, low pressure
• Low heat, high pressure
• High heat, high pressure
• Low heat, low pressure

Where do we usually find regional metamorphism?

• ocean floor
• mountain
• plate boundaries
• deserts

Where does the heat that causes metamorphism come from?

• core
• mantle and magma
• fire

Tags

NGSS.HS-ESS2-3

The original rock before metamorphism is called a _?_.

• original
• parent rock
• kid rock
• starter rock

Where is magma found?

• inside Earth

• on the surface of the Earth

Where is lava found?

• inside Earth

• on the surface of the Earth