Metamorphism that occurs over broad areas when the pressure and associated heat of of overlaying rocks or other tectonic forces cause the rocks to undergo deformation is known as
A) contact metamorphism.
B) regional metamorphism.
C) intrusive metamorphism.
D) extrusive metamorphism.

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Regional metamorphism occurs when large areas of rock are subjected to pressure and heat from tectonic forces, causing them to undergo deformation and recrystallization. Contact metamorphism occurs when rocks are changed by the heat of nearby magma intrusions, while intrusive and extrusive metamorphism refer to the specific types of metamorphism that occur in association with magma intrusions and volcanic eruptions, respectively.

Metamorphism That Occurs Over Broad Areas When the Pressure and Associated