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  • Crystal Bands in Non-Foliated Metamorphic Rocks: What You Need to Know
    No, non-foliated metamorphic rocks do not contain bands of crystals.

    Here's why:

    * Foliation: This refers to the parallel alignment of minerals in a metamorphic rock, creating a layered or banded appearance. This happens due to pressure and heat, causing minerals to recrystallize in a specific direction.

    * Non-foliated: These rocks lack this layered structure. They form under conditions where pressure is more evenly distributed, or the minerals are more resistant to alignment.

    Examples of non-foliated metamorphic rocks:

    * Marble: Formed from limestone, often has a uniform texture without banding.

    * Quartzite: Formed from sandstone, typically has a granular texture.

    * Hornfels: Often forms in contact with igneous intrusions and lacks a distinct layering.

    While these rocks might have crystals, they won't be arranged in the distinctive bands that characterize foliated rocks like schist or gneiss.

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