chapter 26.4 Flashcards
metamorphic rock is changed by a combination of which 3 things?
which type of rocks can be changed by metamorphism?
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?
contract metamorphism
when shale is compressed, which type of metamorphic rock is created?
slate
what are the two types of metamorphic rock textures?
foliated and non foliated
define foliated texture
the crystals are arranged in layers and bands
define nonfoliated texture
the crystals are randomly placed
metamorphic rocks are mainly classified based on which two things?
texture and compasition
define rock cycle
the contiual changing of one rock types to another
which types of rocks are part of the rock cycle?
igneous,sedimetary,and metamorphic
what are 3 types of rocks?
sedimetary,metamorphic,igneous
which type of rocks form from molten rocks?(lava or magma)
igneous
which types of rocks are formed from clasts,precipitation,or comprerssed once living matter?
sedimentary
which types of rocks are formed from heat,pressure,and chemical reaction?
medamorphic