Explain how a metamorphic rock could develop a foliated appearance or a nonfoliated appearance.
What will be an ideal response?
As rock is heated and compressed the mineral alignment within the rock changes. With sufficient shear and compression the rock will take on a foliated appearance.
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A) feldspar. B) mica. C) calcite. D) quartz.
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