A foliation found in metamorphic rocks with more than 50% plate and elongated minerals is known as

____________________, and the rock this foliation is found in is called ____________________. Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


schistosity, schist

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A. automobiles B. tires C. diapers D. carpet E. electronics

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Which one of the following phenomena can lead to Paleontological Evidence for documenting global climate change?

a. Both the tree pollen and the grass pollen live in a similar climate belt b. The dominance of the tree pollen or the grass pollen found in sediment does not depend on climate c. Tree pollen dominates when the climate is cooler; while grass pollen dominates when it is warmer d. None of the above

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What is the Enhanced Fujita scale? Into what category do most tornadoes fall?

What will be an ideal response?

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A great circle route is the shortest distance between any two points on Earth's surface

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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