This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer

Author Question: Describe regional metamorphism. Where does it take place? What will be an ideal ... (Read 77 times)

folubunmi

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 524
Describe regional metamorphism. Where does it take place? What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Describe metamorphism in an aureole. Draw and label a picture of metamorphism surrounding a
  granite pluton to show the zones that might surround an intrusion. What will be an ideal response?




Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

emsimon14

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 344
Answer to Question 1

Regional metamorphism takes place over a large area and is caused by tremendous heat, pressure, and
deformation in the deeper portions of the crust. The intensity of metamorphism varies from higher to
lower, so a gradation in metamorphism is recognized in the resulting rocks. Regional metamorphism
takes place along convergent plate boundaries during convergence and subduction.



Answer to Question 2

The country rock closest to the intrusion is the most metamorphosed and exhibits the greatest changes.
Metamorphism decreases with distance from the intrusion.





folubunmi

  • Member
  • Posts: 524
Reply 2 on: Jul 15, 2018
Gracias!


Mochi

  • Member
  • Posts: 300
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
YES! Correct, THANKS for helping me on my review

 

Did you know?

Many supplement containers do not even contain what their labels say. There are many documented reports of products containing much less, or more, that what is listed on their labels. They may also contain undisclosed prescription drugs and even contaminants.

Did you know?

Many of the drugs used by neuroscientists are derived from toxic plants and venomous animals (such as snakes, spiders, snails, and puffer fish).

Did you know?

Autoimmune diseases occur when the immune system destroys its own healthy tissues. When this occurs, white blood cells cannot distinguish between pathogens and normal cells.

Did you know?

The toxic levels for lithium carbonate are close to the therapeutic levels. Signs of toxicity include fine hand tremor, polyuria, mild thirst, nausea, general discomfort, diarrhea, vomiting, drowsiness, muscular weakness, lack of coordination, ataxia, giddiness, tinnitus, and blurred vision.

Did you know?

Russia has the highest death rate from cardiovascular disease followed by the Ukraine, Romania, Hungary, and Poland.

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library