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Vocabulary Entry
metamorphic
|adjective • noun
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A
adjective
Relating to or characterized by metamorphosis; changeable or transformable.
Example Sentences
"The caterpillar undergoes a metamorphic process to become a butterfly."
"Metamorphic rocks can be formed from other types of rocks through heat and pressure."
"Her metamorphic ideas about art evolved over time, reflecting her growth as an artist."
N
noun
A rock that has undergone transformation due to heat, pressure, or other natural factors.
Example Sentences
"Schist and gneiss are examples of metamorphic rocks."
"The geological study focused on the formation of metamorphic rocks in the region."
"Geologists can often identify metamorphic rocks by their distinct layering and mineral composition."