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Formation of Metapelite



Formation
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Formation
Due to change in environmental conditions, rocks are heated and pressurized deep inside the Earth's surface. Metapelite is formed from the extreme heat caused by magma or by the intense collisions and friction of tectonic plates. 0

Composition
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Mineral Content
Albite, Chlorite, Quartz 0

Compound Content
Aluminium Oxide, CaO, MgO 0

Transformation
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Metamorphism
No 0

Types of Metamorphism
Not Applicable 0

Weathering
Yes 0

Types of Weathering
Biological Weathering, Chemical Weathering, Mechanical Weathering 0

Erosion
Yes 0

Types of Erosion
Chemical Erosion, Coastal Erosion, Water Erosion, Wind Erosion 0

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Metapelite Formation

Metapelite formation took place millions of years ago. There are a variety of Metapelite Uses and the Metapelite Reserves are found in many countries around the world. The rocks in the earth’s crust continuously undergo changes in their composition which leads to formation of other rocks. Each rock has a unique formation process. Formation of Metapelite is explained below:

Along with Metapelite Formation, also learn about Metapelite composition and transformation in the next section.

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