If the mineral assemblage in metamorphic rocks is the same, they are regarded as having formed under similar pressure and temperature conditions and belong to the same ________.

A. metamorphic facies
B. metamorphic temperature/pressure suite
C. metamorphic mineral group
D. metamorphic rock group
E. metamorphic province


Answer: A

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