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17 January, 08:03

After examining rock samples from a particular outcrop, a geologist concludes that the rocks formed at an ancient subduction zone. The presence of which metamorphic facies best supports this conclusion

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  1. 17 January, 08:07
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    Blueschist

    Explanation:

    Blueschists are formed in association with subduction and continental collision and reflect burial to high pressures at relatively low temperatures.

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  2. 17 January, 08:18
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    Answer: Blueschist

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    A blueschist is a metamorphic rock that is formed under high pressure and low temperature. Texturally, it is medium-grained, non-foliated to medium-foliated. It is formed by the metamorphism of basalt and rocks if similar compositions. Its a rock that contains glauphaine.
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