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Determine whether each of the statements below is true or false.



1

Generally speaking, metamorphic processes can be observed at Earth's surface.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
2

Metamorphic rocks can only form from pre-existing rocks.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
3

Metamorphic rocks only form as a result of metamorphism of igneous or sedimentary rocks.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
4

Rock melting to form magma defines the upper limit of metamorphic processes.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
5

The oldest rock exposed at Earth's surface is a metamorphic rock.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
6

Metamorphism involves the melting and recrystallization of minerals to form metamorphic rocks.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
7

Metamorphism is an important component of the Rock Cycle.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
8

The primary agents of metamorphism are temperature and viscosity.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
9

Bowen's Reaction Series is useful for interpreting the temperature at which metamorphic rocks formed.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
10

Rocks containing non-silicate minerals cannot be metamorphosed.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
11

High pressure, low temperature metamorphism is common at convergent plate boundaries.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
12

The metamorphic trajectory characterized by low pressure and increasing temperature is associated with contact metamorphism.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
13

Foliated metamorphic rocks are always formed from layered sedimentary rocks.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
14

Marble is the rock type from which children's marbles are made.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
15

Rocks are often metamorphosed as a result of large meteorite impacts.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
16

Regional metamorphism is associated with convergent plate boundaries.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
17

Rocks formed at divergent plate boundaries are often subjected to low-grade metamorphism and metasomatism.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
18

Metamorphic processes are difficult to understand because they cannot be observed directly.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
19

Metamorphism can sometimes result in the formation of valuable mineral deposits.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
20

Metamorphism has occurred on other planets in our Solar System.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE





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