The application of ____________ during metamorphism causes elongated crystals to align parallel with each other. When this happens, the rock develops __________________.
A)pressure; a homogeneous texture
B)differential stress; foliation
C)high temperatures; foliation
D)uniform stress; foliation

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Differential stress applied during metamorphism causes elongated crystals to align parallel with each other. When this alignment occurs, the rock develops a foliation texture, which is a planar arrangement of mineral grains or structural features that give the rock a striped or layered appearance.

The Application of ____________ During Metamorphism Causes Elongated Crystals to Align