Metamorphic rocks
The word metamorphic means something that has been changed. Geologic metamorphism is a result of great heat, pressure, or action of hot mineral solution. All kinds of rocks can be metamorphosed.
Shale changes to Slate
Limestone changes to Marble
Sandstone changes to Quartzite
Clays change to Hornfels
Granite changes to Gneiss
There are only two places in Kansas where native metamorphic rocks can be found. Both are in Woodson County: the Rose Dome and the Silver Dome. In both places, the metamorphism was due to contact with igneous intrusive rocks. Other metamorphic rocks found in Kansas were brought here by glaciers or water.
Shale changes to Slate
Limestone changes to Marble
Sandstone changes to Quartzite
Clays change to Hornfels
Granite changes to Gneiss
There are only two places in Kansas where native metamorphic rocks can be found. Both are in Woodson County: the Rose Dome and the Silver Dome. In both places, the metamorphism was due to contact with igneous intrusive rocks. Other metamorphic rocks found in Kansas were brought here by glaciers or water.