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local metamorphism
Metamorphism caused by a local process; e.g., contact metamorphism or metasomatism near an igneous body, hydrothermal metamorphism, or dislocation metamorphism in a fault zone. Compare: regional metamorphism
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Mining
- Category: General mining; Mineral mining
- Government Agency: USBM
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