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What kind of rock is foliate rock?
Slate
What are 2 textures of metamorphic rock?
The two textures of metamorphic rocks are the Foliate and Non-foliate textures.
Which foliate metamorphic rock has the smallest crystals?
slate
Is a metamorphic rock with no banding a nonfoliated rock?
Yes, the other type is a foliate rock with bands of minerals.
Which physical characteristic best describes the rock phyllite?
Foliate textire with microscopic mic a crystal
What type of metamorphism forms foliate rocks?
Any rock can undergo metamorphism, be it sedimentary, igneous or even the transformation of one type of metamorphic rock to another.
Are Foliate rocks metamorphic?
Foliation is a descriptive term applied to certain types of metamorphic rocks, so, by definition, Yes, a folate rock is metamorphic.
What characteristic distinguish a meteorite from a terrestrial rock?
call
What is the difference between conglomerate and gneiss?
Conglomerate is a clastic sedimentary rock that has rounded pebbles included among its clasts. Gneiss is a high-grade foliate metamorphic rock characterized by alternating light and dark bands. It forms from the metamorphism of granite or schist.
How do you distinguish rock strata by geologic composition?
Sedimentary rock strata is distinguished by its particle size and composition (the minerals present in the rock), as well as the presence of index fossils.
What is a facies fossil?
Is fossil which is present in more than one facies or environment. Body of rock with features that distinguish it from other bodies of rock
Why is low foliate intake of particular concern for women of child bearing age?
Low foliate intake in pregnancy is a particular concern since it is highly associated with an increased risk of the foetus developing Spina Bifida.
