This Dense, Nonfoliated Metamorphic Rock Is Produced Most Often from Sandstone

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Multiple Choice

This dense, nonfoliated metamorphic rock is produced most often from sandstone.

• A) phyllite
• B) mica schist
• C) quartzite
• D) marble

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