Rocks 3 Flashcards
1
Q
A
2
Q
___ is like the
chameleon changing its color
to protect itself by blending
into its environment.
A
Metamorphism
3
Q
The goal of metamorphism is
like the chameleon which is
to ____.
A
reestablish equilibrium
with the new conditions
4
Q
Small crystals of one
mineral will slowly
convert to fewer,
larger crystals of the
same mineral without
melting the rock
A
Recrystallization
5
Q
___ refers to the arrangement of the mineral crystals in the metamorphic rock and is
often exhibited by those that are formed by regional metamorphism.
A
Foliation
6
Q
___
Mineral crystals are aligned, or
arranged in bands or layers.
Banding: High grade
metamorphism. Alternating
layers of dark and light
minerals.
A
Foliated
7
Q
A
