Here's why:
* Metamorphic rocks are formed from existing rocks (igneous, sedimentary, or even other metamorphic rocks) that have been subjected to intense heat and pressure without actually melting.
* Igneous rocks form from the cooling and solidification of molten rock (magma or lava).
So, if a metamorphic rock melts, it's essentially starting the rock cycle over again, transitioning from a metamorphic state to an igneous state.