Formation of metamorphic rocks fact sheet

Topic

Geology / Mineral Formation

Type of Resource

Fact Sheet

Year Level

Years 7-10

Subject

Science

Sector

Energy & Renewables

Australian Curriculum Content Statements
v9.0
v8.4

Introduction

This fact sheet outlines the processes involved in the formation of metamorphic rocks and provides examples of the formation of different types of metamorphic rocks.


Educational value statement

  • Defines what metamorphic rocks are
  • Explains how metamorphic rocks are formed
  • Outlines the different factors involved in the formation of metamorphic rocks
  • Can be downloaded as a PDF File

 

Key learning objectives

  • Students can understand how metamorphic rocks are formed
  • Students can understand that different factors are involved in the formation of metamorphic rocks
  • Students can identify the parent rock of a metamorphic rock

 

Strands

  • Science Understanding: Earth and space sciences