What's the difference between regional and contact metamorphism

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Jaslene Richards

Biology

2 August, 21:13

What's the difference between regional and contact metamorphism

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Roberto Garrison · Answer 1

Contact metamorphism is a type of metamorphism where rock minerals and texture are changed, mainly by heat, due to contact with magma. Regional metamorphism is a type of metamorphism where rock minerals and texture are changed by heat and pressure over a wide area or region.