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londonang

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on: Jul 13, 2018
Explain the significance of metamorphism taking place below the melting temperature of a rock.

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Evaporation of pluvial lakes formed thick sand and gravel deposits.
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false


Leostella20

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Reply #1 on: Jul 13, 2018
Answer to Question 1

By definition, a metamorphic rock can not be formed from melted rock. If a rock melts and re-forms it becomes an igneous rock, not a metamorphic one. Metamorphism occurs when the rock is in its solid state.

Answer to Question 2

False


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