Mountains:
* Folded Mountains: These mountains are formed when sedimentary rocks are compressed and folded due to tectonic pressure. The intense heat and pressure involved transform the sedimentary rocks into metamorphic rocks. The Himalayas, the Alps, and the Appalachian Mountains are examples.
* Fault-Block Mountains: These mountains are formed by tectonic forces that cause blocks of the Earth's crust to rise or fall. The metamorphic rocks within these blocks are often exposed on the surface. The Sierra Nevada in California is an example.
Other Landforms:
* Metamorphic Domes: These dome-shaped structures are formed when metamorphic rocks are pushed upwards by pressure from below. They are often associated with mountain ranges.
* Metamorphic Plateaus: These are elevated plateaus composed of metamorphic rocks. They are often formed by tectonic uplift and erosion.
* Metamorphic Valleys: These are valleys that have been carved out by erosion through metamorphic rocks. They can be found in mountainous regions.
* Metamorphic Cliffs: These are steep cliffs made of metamorphic rocks. They are often formed by erosion of the rock face.
Examples of specific landforms made of metamorphic rock:
* Mount Whitney (California): The highest peak in the contiguous United States, composed primarily of metamorphic rocks.
* Stone Mountain (Georgia): A large granite dome formed by the cooling and crystallization of magma deep underground.
* Yosemite Valley (California): A valley carved by glaciers through metamorphic rocks, including granite and schist.
It's important to note that not all landforms made of metamorphic rock are immediately obvious. Many metamorphic rocks have been eroded and weathered over time, making them less easily identifiable.
