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What is the difference between regional and contact metamorphism?
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Regional metamorphism is the creation of metamorphic rock from large geographically significant processes like plate tectonics. Contact metamorphism is the creation of metamorphic rock from the proximity of an existing rock to a heat source provided by a plutonic intrusion.
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Is gneiss rock contact or regional metamorphism?
whatever the f*** it is, nobody gives a darn
What kind of metamorphism occurs when intrusive magma forms a sill between two sedimentary rock strata?
contact metamorphism
Unlike regional metamorphism contact metamorphism occurs when?
Both contact and regional metamorphism result in new types of rock from pre-existing types of rock whether it be from recrystallization, new crystal formation, or realignment of existing minerals.
If metamorphism occurs due to heat generated by magma it is called what?
It is called contact metamorphism.
What are two factors cause rocks to become a metamorphic?
They can be found at the Earth's surface due to uplift, weathering, and erosion, but are formed at some depth. An exception would be surface rock that is metamorphosed by heat and pressure from meteorite impact or that which is formed by contact metamorphism due to igneous intrusive or extrusive activity.
What are the 4 types of metamorphism?
contact metamorphism, regional metamorphism, dynamic metamorphism
What is the difference between regional and contact metamorphose?
Contact metamorphism is a type of metamorphismwhere rock minerals and texture are changed, mainly by heat, due to contact with magma.
Is soapstone regional or contact metamorphism?
Very low grade regional metamorphism.
How is contact metamorphism different. from regional metamorphism?
contact metamorphism is what happens when something is really hot. regional metamorphism on the other hand involves much larger packages of rocks.
Is marble contact or regional metamorphism?
contact :)
Describe how contact metamorphism is different from regional metamorphism?
contact metamorphism is what happens when something is really hot. regional metamorphism on the other hand involves much larger packages of rocks.
How does Burial metamorphism differ from Regional and Contact metamorphism?
Burial metamorphism differs from regional and contact metamorphism in that it is the result of rocks being buried deeper into the earth's crust through tectonic movements.
Would contact metamorphism or regional metamorphism be a product of 2 plates colliding?
Two plates colliding will generate both regional and contact metamorphism. The point of contact would have contact metamorphism while surrounding parts would be regionally metamophrsed.
How is contact metamorphism different from regional metamorphic?
contact metamorphism is what happens when something is really hot. regional metamorphism on the other hand involves much larger packages of rocks.
Compare and contrast contact metamorphism and regional metamorphism?
Contact metamorphism is the process of forming rocks from the heat of magma intrusion. Regional metamorphism, meanwhile, is the process of forming rocks by pressure and heat at plate boundaries.
Compare and contrast contact metamorphism and regional metamorphism.?
Contact metamorphism is the process of forming rocks from the heat of magma intrusion. Regional metamorphism, meanwhile, is the process of forming rocks by pressure and heat at plate boundaries.
What are the Three types of metamorphism?
contact metamorphism, regional metamorphism, dynamic metamorphism
