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What Are Metamorphic Rocks?

Contributor(s): Peterson, Judy Monroe (Author)

ISBN: 9781680482430

Publisher: Rosen Education Service

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Pub Date: December 30, 2015

Dewey: 552.4

LCCN: 2015020775

Lexile Code: 0890

Features: Bibliography, Illustrated, Index, Maps

Target Age Group: 06 to 09

Physical Info: 0.30" H x 8.10" L x 8.00" W ( 0.60 lbs) 32 pages

Series: Junior Geologist

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Quiz #:0000181127 ( What Are Metamorphic Rocks?)

Reading level: 5.70

Interest level: LG

Point value: 0.5

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Description: This fact-filled resource explains metamorphic rocksthe different ways in which they are formed and how they can change into different metamorphic rocks through contact metamorphism and shock metamorphism, for example. Plate tectonics is described, as is the formation of mountains. Gneiss, slate, fulgurite, quartzite, marble, schist, and hornfels are investigated as well as their practical uses. Readers learn about foliated and nonfoliated metamorphic rocks and how to identify them through crystal structure, color, hardness, and streak tests. This enlightening volume also includes Vocabulary, Think About It, and Compare and Contrast sidebars to highlight information and further inform young readers.

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