Metamorphic processes transform rock without complete melting.
Metamorphic processes alter rocks without total melting. High heat and pressure cause minerals in existing rocks to recrystallize, reorganize, and form new textures.
Unlike igneous rocks formed from molten material, metamorphism occurs without complete liquefaction. This transformative process gives rise to rocks like marble from limestone or slate from shale, showcasing the Earth's dynamic geological forces.
The original rock's structure and mineral content are modified, but the absence of full melting distinguishes metamorphic transformations from other geological processes.