9.5 Metamorphic Flashcards
1
Q
the process that changes rocks by extreme pressure or heat (or both)
A
metamorphism
2
Q
rocks rock formed from another rock that has been under great heat or pressure (or both)
A
Metamorphic
3
Q
a fine-grained metamorphic rock formed as a result of moderate heat and pressure on shale
A
slate
4
Q
a metamorphic rock formed as a result of great pressure on limestone
A
marble
5
Q
a coarse-grained metamorphic rock formed mainly as a result of great pressure on granite
A
gneiss