What does the metamorphism of a basalt produce?

Metamorphic rocks. Cascade Peak held up by Cascade River Schist on the middle left. Next right is Mixup Mountain, carved from Magic Mountain Gneiss. Eldorado Peak underlain by the ... An ideal metamorphic sequence: A Rock's Progress from Shale to Gneiss or from Basalt to Amphibolite. read more

Metamorphic Rocks. Geology 200. Geology for Environmental Scientists . Major Concepts. Metamorphic rocks can be formed from any rock type: igneous, sedimentary, or existing metamorphic rocks. Involves recrystallization in the solid state, often with little change in overall chemical composition. read more