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Metamorphic rocks are formed when existing rocks are subjected to high heat and pressure. They are typically found in the lower reaches of sedimentary layers or at mountain peaks.
| Rock Type | Hardness | Distribution & Formation |
|---|---|---|
| Slate | Medium | Found in continental strata. |
| Schist | Medium | Located below slate; found in felsic mountains and oceanic crust. |
| Skarn | Medium | Found in both continental and oceanic crust. |
| Gneiss | Strong | Located below schist; often forms the peaks of alpine mountains. |
| Greenschist | Strong | Found near the bedrock layer. |
| Marble | Strong | Found in continental strata. |
| Hornfels | Very Strong | Found in continental strata. |
| Quartzite | Very Strong | Found in continental strata and mountain peaks. |
| Serpentinite | Medium | Found as veins throughout the crust. |












