Metamorphic Rock form from other rocks way beneath the Earth surface that are changed by heat and pressure. Any rock can be transformed into a metamorphic rock. The word metamorphic comes from the Greek word ''meta'' meaning "change" and "morphisis" meaning "form". To be able to classify metamorphic rocks more specifically try classifying them into two more group foliated and nonfoliated.
GNEISSGneiss is mediam to coarse grained metamorphic rock, It is used a lot in floorings in buildings and gravestones.
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qUARTZITEQuartzite is formed from mostly quartz. It is used in most decorative items for people die to change the rocks color.
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MARBLEMarble is a metamorphosed limestone or dolomite. Marble is made in a lot of things including buildings and countertops.
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SLATESlate is a foliated metamorphic rock that forms from metamorphosed shale, it used in many things including roofs, garden decor, it is also used for gravestones.
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