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metamorphism

 

[ หŒmษ›tษ™หˆmษ”rfษชzษ™m ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

geological process

Metamorphism is a geological process that involves the alteration of the mineralogical composition and structure of rocks due to changes in temperature, pressure, and chemically active fluids. This process can transform igneous rocks into metamorphic rocks and can significantly influence the physical properties of the original rock. Different types of metamorphism include contact metamorphism, which occurs due to heat from molten magma, and regional metamorphism, which occurs over large areas under elevated pressure and temperature conditions. Understanding metamorphism is essential for studies in geology and tectonics.

Synonyms

alteration, change, transformation

Examples of usage

  • Metamorphism alters the original rock's texture.
  • Contact metamorphism occurs near magma.
  • Pressure and temperature drive regional metamorphism.

Translations

Translations of the word "metamorphism" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น metamorfismo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฐเฅ‚เคชเคพเค‚เคคเคฐเคฃ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Metamorphose

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ metamorfosis

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะตั‚ะฐะผะพั€ั„ั–ะทะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ metamorfoza

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅค‰ๆ…‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท mรฉtamorphisme

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ metamorfosis

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท metamorfoz

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ณ€ํƒœ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชุญูˆู„

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ metamorfรณza

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ metamorfรณza

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ˜ๅฝข

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ metamorfoza

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ breyting

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะผะตั‚ะฐะผะพั€ั„ะพะท

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒ”แƒขแƒแƒ›แƒแƒ แƒคแƒแƒ–แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ metamorfoz

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ metamorfosis

Etymology

The term 'metamorphism' is derived from the Greek words 'meta' meaning 'beyond' or 'change' and 'morphe' meaning 'form' or 'shape'. The concept of metamorphism has its roots in the early studies of geology in the 19th century, where scientists began to understand the processes by which rocks change over time. Over the years, the idea evolved with advances in mineralogy and petrology, leading to a deeper understanding of the physical and chemical conditions that influence rock formation. Today, metamorphism is a fundamental concept in geology, offering insights into the Earth's processes and the history of its crust.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,731, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.