Question

Examine the images of the Grand Canyon below. Notice that most of the canyon consists of layers of sedimentary rocks, but if you were to hike down into the inner gorge you would encounter the Vishnu Schist, a metamorphic rock. Which process were involved as the Vishnu Schist metamorphosed?

Answer 1

Intense temperature and pressure of regional metamorphism

Explanation:

The process that cause the formation of the Vishnu Schist is the intense temperature and pressure as a result of regional metamorphism.

• Regional metamorphism is an extensive metamorphism of an area as a result of temperature and pressure changes.
• The schist is a foliated metamorphic rock usually found in areas of moderate to high grade temperature and pressure.
• The Vishnu schist must have been metamorphosed before the new sediments were deposited on top.

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