Identification Activity
Based on the image, please identify the metamorphic rock correctly and list its attributes. For rocks with no discernable composition,
please enter N/A. Two examples are included of each kind of metamorphic rock.
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Image
Rock Name:
Composition:
Parent Rock
N/A
Foliated/
Non-foliated
Foliated
Sample
1
Sample 1
Slate
Sample
2
Sample 2
Quartzite
Quartz
Non-foliated
Quartz Sandstone
Shale or Mudstone
Sample
3
Schist
Mica
Foliated
Slate
Sample
4
Sample
5
Sample 5
Marble
N/A
Non-foliated
Limestone/Dolost
one
Gneiss
N/A
Foliated
Schist or Granite
Sample
6
Phyllite
N/A
Foliated
Mudstone
Sample
7
Sample 7
Metaconglom
erate
N/A
Non-foliated
Conglomerate
Sample
8
Amphibolite
Amphibole
Foliated
Basalt or Gabbro