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A '''metamorphic layer''' is a [[stone layer]] comprised of metamorphic rock. Metamorphic layers contain several unique and valuable types of [[gems]]; however, they are generally poor in metal ores, lacking any ores of [[iron]]. Furthermore the only metamorphic [[flux]] layer stone is [[marble]].  
 
A '''metamorphic layer''' is a [[stone layer]] comprised of metamorphic rock. Metamorphic layers contain several unique and valuable types of [[gems]]; however, they are generally poor in metal ores, lacking any ores of [[iron]]. Furthermore the only metamorphic [[flux]] layer stone is [[marble]].  
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Metamorphic rocks arise from the transformation of existing rock types, in a process called metamorphism, which means "change in form". The original rock is subjected to heat and pressure, causing profound physical or chemical change. The protolith may be a sedimentary, igneous, or existing metamorphic rock.
  
 
==Metamorphic layers==
 
==Metamorphic layers==

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A metamorphic layer is a stone layer comprised of metamorphic rock. Metamorphic layers contain several unique and valuable types of gems; however, they are generally poor in metal ores, lacking any ores of iron. Furthermore the only metamorphic flux layer stone is marble.

Metamorphic rocks arise from the transformation of existing rock types, in a process called metamorphism, which means "change in form". The original rock is subjected to heat and pressure, causing profound physical or chemical change. The protolith may be a sedimentary, igneous, or existing metamorphic rock.

Metamorphic layers

The following types of metamorphic stone form layers:

Stone found in metamorphic layers

The following types of stone are found in formations within metamorphic layers:

Gems found in metamorphic layers

Metamorphic layers may yield the following types of gem:

* See also: stone found everywhere

Sedimentary
Igneous
Intrusive
Extrusive
Metamorphic
Ore
Economic
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