In what type of metamorphism does this reaction occur? KAl3Si3O10(OH)2 + SiO2 -- Al2SiO5 + KAlSi3O8 + H2O
A) high temperature
B) high pressure
C) high grade
D) hydrothermal

Question

In what type of metamorphism does this reaction occur? KAl3Si3O10(OH)2 + SiO2 --> Al2SiO5 + KAlSi3O8 + H2O
A) high temperature
B) high pressure
C) high grade
D) hydrothermal

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

This reaction involves the breakdown of muscovite (KAl3Si3O10(OH)2) and the formation of kyanite (Al2SiO5), which typically occurs at high temperatures, characteristic of high-temperature metamorphism.

In What Type of Metamorphism Does This Reaction Occur? KAl3Si3O10(OH)2