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Foliation is caused by heat and pressure being applied to the parent rock. The heat and pressure combine to realign the existing minerals from a random orientation to one of parallel orientation, thus creating the visible lines or platy cleavages found in foliated metamorphic rocks. The lines of foliation are created perpendicularly to the force being applied.

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Foliation in rocks refers to the process being split into thin sheets. It is caused by intense pressure that shapes rocks to align in particular directions.


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What is nonfoliated texture?

Metamorphic rocks that do not exhibit foliation.


Are sedimentary rocks classified tofoliated sedimentary rocks?

No, sedimentary rocks are not classified as foliated. Foliation is a textural feature found in certain types of metamorphic rocks where minerals are aligned in layers or bands due to pressure and heat. Sedimentary rocks are formed by the accumulation and cementation of sediments and do not exhibit foliation.


What major group does foliated rocks belong?

Foliation is a characteristic of some metamorphic rocks.


What type of rock often have foliation?

Metamorphic rocks often have foliation, which is a layered structure that results from the alignment of mineral grains due to heat and pressure during formation. Common types of foliated rocks include slate, schist, and gneiss.


How do foliated rocks break?

Usually along the plane of foliation.


Where do foiliated rocks form?

Foliation occurs deep underground.