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Chapter 4: Metamorphism of Pelitic Rocks

Chapter 4: Metamorphism of Pelitic Rocks

pp. 93-131

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, University of Leeds, , The Open University, Milton Keynes
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Summary

Metapelitic rocks are derived from clay-rich sediments. They are of particular importance for studies of metamorphism because they develop a wide range of distinctive minerals that help constrain peak P–T conditions.

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