Question

Which of these types of rock can melt under the right conditions? Select all that apply. A. igneous B. sedimentary C. metamorphic

Answer 1

ANSWER:

Igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks can all melt under right conditions.

EXPLANATION:

• High pressure and temperature are needed to melt these rocks. There are different ways in which rocks can melt.

• Conduction is one of the ways that causes rocks to melt. In conduction, heat transferred from one particle to another causes the rocks to melt.

• Volatiles driven melting can take place in the subduction zone where water and carbon dioxide can be used to melt the rocks.

• Decompression in the 'mid-ocean ridges' can also cause melting of rocks.