What Does the Word Metamorphic Mean

1. The central plateau consists almost entirely of metamorphic rocks with extensive tracts of granite in Unyamwezi. …
2. In many deposits of iron ores found in connexion with igneous or metamorphic rocks small quantities of phosphate occur.

What is the best definition of metamorphism?

noun. 1. The process by which rocks are changed in composition, texture, or structure by extreme heat and pressure.

What does Morphe and meta mean?

In Greek, “meta” means change and “morphe” means form or shape. Your students will be familiar with this word because of “Power Rangers” (who change characteristics). So it is with metamorphic rocks. The crystals of a metamorphic rock change physically and chemically through the process of metamorphism.