Question

If granite is subjected to high temperatures and high pressures deep within Earth, but does not melt, what type of rock will be formed?


igneous


organic


sedimentary


metamorphic

Answer 1

If granite is subjected to high temperatures and high pressures deep within the Earth, but does not melt, the type of rock that will be formed is **metamorphic** rock. Metamorphism involves the alteration of the mineralogical and structural characteristics of the rock due to these extreme conditions.