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

1
Generally speaking, metamorphic processes can be easily observed on Earth.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
2
Metamorphic rocks can only form pre-existing igneous or sedimentary rocks.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
3
Metamorphic rocks are the only rock type on the Moon.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
4
Rock melting to form magma defines the lower limit of metamorphic processes.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
5
Some of the oldest rocks exposed at Earth's surface are metamorphic rocks.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
6
Metamorphism involves the erosion, transport and deposition 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
Two primary agents of metamorphism are temperature and pressure.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
9
Metamorphic facies are useful for interpreting the temperature at which ametamorphic rock formed.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
10
Rocks that already contain 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
Contact metamorphism is characterized by low temperature and increasing pressure.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
13
Non-foliated metamorphic rocks are commonly formed from sedimentary rocks composed of a single mineral.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
14
Marble is the rock type from which children's marbles are made.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
15
Rocks can be metamorphosed as a result of large meteorite impacts.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
16
Regional metamorphism is associated with divergent plate boundaries.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
17
Rocks formed at convergent plate boundaries are often subjected to mostly low-grade metamorphism.
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 petroleum reserves.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
20
Metamorphism only occurs on Earth because of plate tectonics.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE





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