Describe the metamorphic rocks and minerals that form in a regional tectonic setting from basaltic and pelitic protoliths.

Metamorphic rock 1.Describe name and interpret the thin section of a metamorphic rock, include identification of metamorphic index minerals, an annotated sketch with a scale, the metamorphic facies and the max-P/T. 2.Describe the role of normal faults in rifting margins and discuss the key characteristics of a landscape dominated by normal faults. 3.Describe the types … Read more

Metamorphic Rock: analyze and describe samples of metamorphic rock and then consider how they might be classified into logical groups.

Metamorphic Rock Analyze and describe samples of metamorphic rock and then consider how they might be classified into logical groups. (A)Analyze the metamorphic rocks in Fig. A7.1.1 and actual rock samples of them, if available. Beneath or beside each picture, briefly note the most distinctive features you observe in the rock. (B) Reflect on your … Read more