ch 26.4 Flashcards
Metamorphic rock is changed by a combination of which 3 things
heat pressure chemical reactions
which types of rocks can be changed by metamorphism
igneous sedimentary metamorphic
what is it called when metamorphic changes in rocks occur over large areas
regional metamorphism
what is it called when metamorphic changes in rocks occur over small changes
contact metamorphism
when shale is compressed which type of metamorphic rock is created
slate
what are two types of metamorphic rock texture
foliated nonfoliated
define foliated texture
crystals that are arranged in layers and bands
define nonfoliated texture
crystals with more random orientation
metamorphic rocks are mainly classified based on which two things
texture and composition
define rock cycle
The changing of rocks from one type to another
which types of rocks are part of the rock cycle
sedimentary igneous and metmorphic
what are the 3 types of rock
sedimentary igneous and metamorphic
which type of rock form from molten rock
igneous
which types of rocks are formed from clasts, precipitation, or compressed once living matter
sedimentary
which types of rocks are formed from heat pressure and chemical reactions
metamorphic