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Explain the term metamorphism |
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Answer» Answer: METAMORPHISM is the change of minerals or GEOLOGIC texture (distinct arrangement of minerals) in pre-existing rocks (protoliths), without the protolith melting into LIQUID magma (a solid-state change). The change occurs primarily DUE to heat, pressure, and the INTRODUCTION of chemically active fluids. |
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