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roche métamorphique
/ʁɔʃ me.ta.mɔʁ.fik/
metamorphic rock
Les Alpes sont riches en roches métamorphiques.
The Alps are rich in metamorphic rocks.
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A type of rock formed from pre-existing rocks that have been transformed by heat, pressure, or chemically active fluids.
Les roches métamorphiques se forment souvent dans les zones de subduction.
Metamorphic rocks often form in subduction zones.
The transformation process can alter the mineral composition and texture of the original rock.
Collocations
roche métamorphique foliéefoliated metamorphic rockroche métamorphique non foliéenon-foliated metamorphic rock
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Common Types
Metamorphic rocks include schist, gneiss, and marble.
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Key Characteristics
Metamorphic rocks often have banded or foliated textures due to the alignment of minerals under pressure.
Word Origin
From French 'roche' (rock) + 'métamorphique' (metamorphic), derived from Greek 'metamorphoun' (to transform).
Usage Notes
In geology, this term refers specifically to rocks altered by metamorphism, not to be confused with sedimentary or igneous rocks.
Word Breakdown
roche
rock
rootmétamorphique
metamorphic
adjectiveDictionnaire Français-Anglais