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Metamorphism
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a complete change in the form and structure of a rock as a result of heat and pressure
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The intense heat and pressure deep within the Earth 's crust cause metamorphism, transforming sedimentary rock into metamorphic rock.
During metamorphism, the minerals within a rock undergo chemical changes, resulting in a completely new rock type.
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