Metamorphic facies derive their names from those metamorphic rocks specifically formed from a ________ parent.
A)basaltic
B)granitic
C)shale
D)obsidian

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Metamorphic facies are named based on the specific conditions (pressure and temperature) under which they form, and these conditions are often exemplified by the metamorphism of basaltic rocks. Basalt, being a common rock type on Earth's surface, undergoes various transformations under different metamorphic conditions, leading to the formation of distinct metamorphic rocks and, by extension, the naming of metamorphic facies.

Metamorphic Facies Derive Their Names from Those Metamorphic Rocks Specifically