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ENagel

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The metamorphic property of flat or elongated mineral grains in parallel layers is called
 
  A) schist.
  B) cleavage.
  C) foliation.
  D) lithification.

Question 2

Metamorphism caused by the close proximity of a magma source is called
 
  A) contact metamorphism.
  B) dynamic metamorphism.
  C) regional metamorphism.
  D) none of these



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: C

Answer to Question 2

Answer: A



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