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  • Metamorphic rocks start out as igneous or sedimentary, but then get submerged deep into the earth's crust where they are subjected to very high pressure and temperature. This changes the crystalline structure of the minerals and the physical appearance of the rock. Thus shale becomes slate, limestone becomes marble, etc. You can find out a great deal more using a Google search.

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