What major change occurs during metamorphism of limestone to marble?
A) Limestone grains react to form quartz and feldspars.
B) Calcite grains grow larger and increase in size.
C) Calcite grains are dissolved away leaving only marble crystals.
D) Clays crystallize to micas, forming a highly foliated, mica- rich rock.
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