Metamorphic Rocks Answers

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All of the following conditions in Earth can cause metamorphic rocks to form EXCEPT ____.

A
exposure to air
B
the presence of hot, watery fluids
C
heat
D
pressure
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Foliated rocks are distinguished by ____.

A
layers
B
lack of layers
C
large mineral grains
D
air holes
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A classification of metamorphic rocks would include whether they are ____.

A
chemical or organic
B
intrusive or extrusive
C
foliated or nonfoliated
D
basaltic or granitic
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Please select the word from the list that best fits the definition

A
foliated
B
igneous rocks
C
metamorphic rocks
D
nonfoliated
E
sedimentary rocks
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Please select the word from the list that best fits the definition

A
coal
B
limestone
C
marble
D
slate
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Metamorphic rocks with a non-foliated texture show metamorphic change that involves ____.

A
mineral grains arranging into layers
B
growth in the size of the mineral grains
C
mineral grains flattening under pressure
D
mineral grain melting
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Please select the word from the list that best fits the definition

A
foliated
B
igneous rocks
C
metamorphic rocks
D
nonfoliated
E
sedimentary rocks

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