Slate is a fine-grained metamorphic rock derived from shale, a sedimentary rock composed of clay minerals. It is characterized by its planar, foliated structure, which …
Schist is a medium to coarse-grained metamorphic rock characterized by its pronounced foliation and the presence of abundant, platy or elongated minerals. It belongs to …
Gneiss is a high-grade metamorphic rock characterized by its distinct banding, which results from the segregation of its mineral components into light and dark layers. …
Phyllite is a metamorphic rock that falls between slate and schist in terms of metamorphic grade. Belonging to the foliated metamorphic rock class, phyllite displays …
Migmatite is a unique rock type that exhibits characteristics of both metamorphic and igneous rocks. This composite rock is categorized as a high-grade metamorphic rock …
Amphibolite is a metamorphic rock that belongs to the medium- to high-grade metamorphic class. The rock is predominantly composed of amphibole minerals, such as hornblende, …
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