Bibliograph

What are metamorphic rocks?, Kristen Rajczak Nelson

Type

Label

What are metamorphic rocks?, Kristen Rajczak Nelson

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (page 32) and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

What are metamorphic rocks?

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

954424383

Responsibility statement

Kristen Rajczak Nelson

Series statement

A look at earth's rocksCrash course

Summary

Within the rock cycle, the formation of metamorphic rock can be the most confusing. It s not only formed from existing rock, but also can be formed in a few different ways. Readers learn the basics of metamorphic rock, including how to tell the difference between foliated and non-foliated varieties. The main content addresses key points of the Earth science curriculum using accessible language and brief, clear explanations, which make this book helpful to struggling readers or those just looking for a review

Table Of Contents

From rock -- Composition -- Changing conditions -- Where's the rock? -- Kinds of metamorphism -- Texture -- Schist -- How does metamorphic rock form?

Target audience

juvenile

Classification

Creator