Which phrases describe foliated rocks? Check all that apply. Tend to break in half grains arranged randomly grains form in parallel layers tend to split apart along bands grains arranged in increasing size

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Vance Gallegos

15 December, 06:39

Which phrases describe foliated rocks? Check all that apply. Tend to break in half grains arranged randomly grains form in parallel layers tend to split apart along bands grains arranged in increasing size

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Lilia Brock · Answer 1

Examples include gneiss and slate

grains form in parallel layers

grains may form in curved, wavy layers

Niki · Answer 2

Answer: Second and third statements are correct.

Explanation:

Foliated rocks have banded minerals.

The mineral flakes looks to be parallel to the rock and appear layered.

When there is a break foliated rocks, it will result in thin rock fragments.

So, it tends to split along the band grains and arranged randomly grains form in parallel layers.

Hence, second and third statement are correct.