METAMORPHISM and METAMORPHIC ROCKS: (CHAPTER 7)
- What is Metamorphism? Describe the main changes that occur during metamorphism (mineral and texture changes)
- In which three geologic settings is metamorphism most likely to occur?
- What are the agents of metamorphism?
- What are the two textural divisions of metamorphic rocks and the conditions associated with each occurrence? Describe the textural differences exhibited by metamorphic rocks (foliated, non-foliated).
- What are the different types of metamorphism?
