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A schist is a foliated metamorphic rock characterized by the presence of platy or flaky minerals that give it a layered appearance. The term "schist" comes from the Greek word "schistos," meaning "split or cleaved." This name is apt as schists tend to easily split into thin, platy layers due to their foliated structure.
The formation of schist involves the metamorphosis of pre-existing rocks, such as igneous or sedimentary rocks, under conditions of high pressure and temperature. During metamorphism, platy minerals such as mica, chlorite, and amphibole align perpendicular to the direction of applied pressure, resulting in the layered foliation characteristic of schists.
Schists are found in a variety of geological settings, including areas of continental collision, subduction zones, and high-grade metamorphic complexes. They are composed primarily of quartz, mica, and feldspar minerals, with varying amounts of other minerals such as chlorite, amphibole, and garnet.
The term "schist" is often used in conjunction with other words to indicate the presence of specific minerals in the rock. For example, "mica schist" refers to a schist that contains a significant amount of mica minerals, while "chlorite schist" contains abundant chlorite.
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