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big1devin

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In which geologic setting is the most widespread occurrence of hydrothermal metamorphism found?
 
  A) Subduction zones between oceanic and continental plates
  B) Along the axis of a mid-ocean ridge system
  C) Along transform plate boundaries
  D) Where mantle plumes interact with the bottom of continental plates

Question 2

________ metamorphism tends to occur in regions where massive amounts of sedimentary or volcanic materials accumulate in a subsiding basin, pushing older rocks further into the interior.
 
  A) Contact
  B) Hydrothermal
  C) Burial
  D) Regional



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

Answer to Question 2

Answer: C



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