metamorphism
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Definition & Meaning of "metamorphism"in English

Metamorphism
01

a complete change in the form and structure of a rock as a result of heat and pressure

Examples
The intense heat and pressure deep within the Earth 's crust cause metamorphism, transforming sedimentary rock into metamorphic rock.
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