Thermal (contact)metamorphism occurs
A) in areas surrounding igneous intrusions.
B) only where gneiss sits in contact with schist.
C) as a consequence of the sinking of a broad region to great depth.
D) only at the surface,where rock is in contact with the atmosphere.

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Thermal (contact) metamorphism occurs in areas surrounding igneous intrusions. The heat from the intrusion alters the surrounding rocks, causing mineralogical and textural changes.

Thermal (Contact)metamorphism Occurs