What type of metamorphism affects the greatest volumes of rock and produces the greatest variety in metamorphic rock types?
A)thermal
B)dynamothermal
C)dynamic
D)shock

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Dynamothermal metamorphism (also known as regional metamorphism) affects large volumes of rock over a broad area, typically during mountain-building processes. The intense heat and pressure during this type of metamorphism create a wide variety of metamorphic rock types, including gneiss, schist, and slate. Thermal (contact) metamorphism typically affects smaller volumes of rock near igneous intrusions, while dynamic metamorphism occurs along fault zones and shock metamorphism is a result of meteorite impacts, both affecting smaller volumes of rock.

What Type of Metamorphism Affects the Greatest Volumes of Rock