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A common metamorphic rock that splits easily is called?
slateschist
What is a Lacolith?
A lacolith is a type of igneous intrusion where magma pushes up the overlying rock layers without actually breaking through the surface. This creates a dome-like structure with a flat base and a rounded top. Lacoliths are typically found in mountainous regions and are associated with the formation of volcanic or plutonic rocks.
What type of stress occurs when layers of rock are pulled apart?
Tensional stress occurs when layers of rock are pulled apart. This type of stress results in the stretching and thinning of rock layers, leading to the formation of features like rift valleys or normal faults.
What rock has uneven layers of minerals?
Shale is a type of rock that typically has uneven layers of minerals. These layers are often created through the deposition of clay and silt particles over time, resulting in a distinct banded appearance in the rock.
A rock has alternating layers of dark and light colors the rock has visible quartz crystals and does not contain any fossils where was this rock most likely formed?
This rock is likely a type of metamorphic rock called gneiss. Gneiss forms under high heat and pressure conditions deep within the Earth's crust. The alternating layers of dark and light colors are a result of the rock's minerals recrystallizing into bands.
What type of rock have flat layers?
Sedimentary rocks have flat layers.
What type of rock has flat layers?
Rase
What metamorphic rock type has flat layers?
Foliated rock
Which type of pluton is completely parallel to the rock layers into which it intrudes?
A sill is a type of pluton that is completely parallel to the rock layers into which it intrudes. Sills are formed when magma is injected between pre-existing rock layers and then solidifies. The resulting igneous rock body is typically flat-lying and can be found sandwiched between the surrounding rock layers.
If you found a rock with flat mineral grains which rock would it be?
It is likely a type of metamorphic rock, such as schist or gneiss, which form under high temperature and pressure conditions leading to the alignment of mineral grains into flat layers.
Which type of rock is shown in this photo.?
I'm sorry, but I can't see images or photos. If you describe the characteristics of the rock, such as its color, texture, and any visible layers or crystals, I can help you identify the type of rock it might be!
What is a type of metamorphic rock that has parallel layers?
Foliated rock has parallel layers.
What is a loccolith?
A loccolith is a type of igneous intrusion in which magma is injected between layers of sedimentary rock, causing the overlying rock layers to bulge upwards in a dome shape. Loccoliths are typically characterized by a flat base and a domed top.
What type of event has to occur to create an angular unconformity?
An angular unconformity forms when older tilted or folded rock layers are eroded, creating a flat surface. New horizontal layers are then deposited on top of this surface, resulting in an angular discordance between the older and newer rock layers.
What type of rock forms from layers of sediment?
Sedimentary rock.
What type of rock forms in layers?
That would be sedimentary rock, and (honorable mention) occasionally metamorphic rock.
A common metamorphic rock that splits easily is called?
slateschist
