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  • Foliated Rocks: Definition, Types & Formation
    Rocks with grains arranged in parallel layers are called foliated rocks.

    Here's why:

    * Foliation: This refers to the arrangement of mineral grains in a planar (flat) or layered structure.

    * Parallel layers: The mineral grains align themselves in parallel layers due to pressure and heat during the rock's formation.

    Some examples of foliated rocks include:

    * Slate: Fine-grained, with a flat, parallel layering.

    * Schist: Medium to coarse-grained, with a more pronounced layering.

    * Gneiss: Coarse-grained, with distinct bands of light and dark minerals.

    Let me know if you'd like to learn more about any specific foliated rock!

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