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It is a medium-grade metamorphic rock with a preponderance of the platy mineral graphite.

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What is the composition of Graphite Schist?

Graphite schist is primarily composed of the mineral graphite, which gives it its characteristic dark color. It also contains other minerals like quartz, mica, and feldspar, along with variable amounts of other accessory minerals depending on the specific geological formation.


What are graphite schist's qualities?

it has a metallic luster usually silver and black :)


What is a Metamorphic rock containing minerals such as talc and mica and quartz or graphite called?

schist


Is graphite commonly found?

Yes, graphite is commonly found in nature. It is a mineral form of carbon and can be found in rocks and ores, particularly in metamorphic rocks like marble and schist. Graphite is often mined and used for various applications, such as in pencils, lubricants, and batteries.


Is graphite non-foliated or foliated?

Graphite is a foliated metamorphic rock originating from Bituminous Coal.


Why are dark minerals denser than white minerals?

That would mean coal is harder than Quartz schist. Granite is harder than graphite. No foundation for this assumption.


What type of rocks is graphite found in?

Graphite can be found in all types of rock (igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary). Although, it originates from igneous rocks, and is generally most economic in metamorphic rocks.


Where is graphite found in Canada?

Graphite in CanadaThere are 2 types of graphite - natural and synthetic. Natural graphite is black with a sub-metallic lustre, feels greasy and stains the fingers. Graphite is found mainly in METAMORPHIC ROCKS, most frequently in schist and as small crystals in impure marbles in association with other minerals. Timcal Canada Inc, in Lac-des-�les, Quebec, is the only graphite producer in Canada. Other producing countries are Ukraine, Brazil, India, North Korea, Republic of Korea and Mexico.See attached website for more information.


Is schist the same as mica schist?

No, schist is a metamorphic rock type characterized by strong foliation, while mica schist is a specific type of schist that contains a high proportion of mica minerals like muscovite or biotite. Mica schist has a distinct shiny appearance due to the abundance of mica minerals.


What is after phyllite and before gneiss?

schist


What is the rock category of schist?

A schist is a metamorphic rock.


What country is schist found in?

Schist is a metamorphic rock found deep underground but I don't know where some schist