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  • Foliated Metamorphic Rocks: Understanding Layering and Examples
    The metamorphic rock that breaks into layers is foliated metamorphic rock.

    Here's why:

    * Foliation is a characteristic of metamorphic rocks where minerals are arranged in parallel layers or bands. This arrangement is caused by intense pressure and heat during metamorphism.

    * Examples of foliated metamorphic rocks include:

    * Slate: Formed from shale, it has a fine-grained, platy texture.

    * Schist: Has larger, more visible mineral grains, often with a shiny, glittery appearance.

    * Gneiss: Has alternating bands of light and dark minerals, often with a granular texture.

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

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