Which of the following processes CANNOT occur in the formation of metamorphic rock?
A)realignment of minerals so that they develop a preferred orientation
B)segregation of minerals into layers of different compositions
C)solid-state rearrangement of atoms or ions to create a new assemblage of minerals
D)complete remelting of the rock,followed by solidification to form a new rock

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Complete remelting of the rock would result in the formation of an igneous rock, not a metamorphic rock. Metamorphic rocks are formed through solid-state processes, meaning they undergo changes without melting completely. A, B, and C are all processes that can occur during the formation of a metamorphic rock.

Which of the Following Processes CANNOT Occur in the Formation