The hard, solid rocks, whose composition or texture has been changed by heat or pressure in

the Earth are called------?

A. Sedimentary rocks

B. Metamorphic rocks (Answer)

C. Igneous rocks

D. All of the above

1 Answer

Answer :

B. Metamorphic rocks (Answer)

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