Advertisements
Advertisements
Question
What is metamorphism?
Advertisements
Solution
Metamorphism is a process of transformation of sedimentary and igneous rocks into the metamorphic rocks through physical and chemical reactions.
APPEARS IN
RELATED QUESTIONS
Discuss the importance of rocks for the construction business.
Write True or False. Rewrite the false statement correctly :
Basalt is an example of an intrusive igneous rock.
Classify the following rocks by selecting the correct option given below:
shale
How do acidic igneous rocks differ from basic igneous rocks?
Why are the igneous rocks also called the primary rocks?
Give one difference between Extrusive igneous and Intrusive igneous rocks.
Explain this term associated with rocks: Metamorphism
Distinguish between rocks and minerals.
How are rocks important to us?
Name different types of sedimentary rocks.
What is meant by the term ‘metamorphism’?
Classify the following rock: Peat
Classify the following rock: Gypsum
Give one word for the following.
The core of the earth occupied by rock in iron and nickel.
How are sedimentary rocks classified?
Which types of rocks are predominantly found at the following locations?
- Central Maharashtra
- South Konkan
- Vidarbha
An aggregate of minerals on the Earth’s Crust is called ______.
Rocks are classified into ______ types.
______ into slate caused by thermal metamorphism.
What are the uses of soil?
