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Metamorphic Rocks

These are rocks that arise from transformation of other rocks

to new forms in a process called metamorphism..

Examples include; phyllite, schist, gneisis, quartzite and mar-

ble.

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7. Fossils

Fossils are remains of plants and animals living many thou-

sands of years ago.

They are found deep inside the earth in sedimentary rocks.

These remains are usually of bones or teeth of animals and

roots, leaves or stems of plants.

Some times the remains are of mould of a whole body e.g. of a

fish.

Fossil fuel include; Coal, Petroleum, Natural gas