Clay minerals within a slate are changed into mica minerals due to the application of heat to a rock.This is an example of ________
A)pressure solution
B)neocrystallization
C)plastic deformation
D)phase change

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The transformation of clay minerals into mica minerals due to heat is an example of neocrystallization, which refers to the growth of new crystals within a rock. This process involves a phase change in the minerals but is not necessarily related to pressure solution or plastic deformation.

Clay Minerals Within a Slate Are Changed into Mica Minerals