ES2 Metamorphic Rocks - Quiz No. 4 - Question 3

Metasomatic

Choose the most appropriate definition for this term:

1

Describes metamorphism in which the dominant processes involve deformation and recrystallisation rather than temperature change.

2

Describes mixed rocks, partly metamorphic and partly igneous in appearance, and commonly formed by partial melting.

3

Describes a metamorphic process involving mass transfer and change of bulk chemical composition.

4

Describes rocks formed by the metamorphism of sandstones (e.g. the Moine rocks of NW Scotland).

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