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What scientific word, which gives its name to a type of rock, means "to change form"?

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What scientific word, which gives its name to a type of rock, means "to change form"?

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metamorphism

Metamorphism. This long word means to change form.  A rock undergoes metamorphism if it is exposed to extreme heat and pressure within the crust. With metamorphism , the rock does not melt all the way. The rock changes due to heat and pressure. A metamorphic rock may have a new mineral composition and/or texture.

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