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A metamorphic rock can also be thought of as a rock that changed. What causes the rock to change?

A metamorphic rock can also be thought of as a rock that changed. What causes the-example-1
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C. Extreme heat and pressure from deep within the earth causes changes to rocks appearance, structure and composition.

Step-by-step explanation:

Metamorphic rocks are formed by the physical or chemical alteration by heat and pressure of an existing igneous rock or sedimentary rock into a denser form.

Examples of metamorphic rocks are schists, quartzite and marble.

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