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  • Metamorphic Rocks: Formation, Types & Examples
    The type of rock formed when other rocks go through intense heat and pressure but do not melt is called metamorphic rock.

    Here's a breakdown:

    * Metamorphic means "changed form."

    * Intense heat and pressure are the key ingredients in the process.

    * No melting is crucial. If the rock melts, it becomes magma, which then cools and solidifies to form igneous rock.

    Some common examples of metamorphic rocks include:

    * Marble: Formed from limestone.

    * Slate: Formed from shale.

    * Gneiss: Formed from granite.

    * Quartzite: Formed from sandstone.

    Let me know if you'd like to learn more about metamorphic rocks!

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