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geodog55

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Why is time important in metamorphism? What will be an ideal response?

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What are three possible sources of the water and other fluids that are active in metamorphism? What will be an ideal response?


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kiamars2010

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Reply #1 on: Jul 15, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Chemical reactions, especially those involving silicate minerals, proceed very slowly.

Answer to Question 2

Water trapped in pore spaces of rocks, dehydration of water-bearing minerals, magmatic fluids.


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Great answer, keep it coming :)

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Gracias!

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