Foliation is the alignment of ________ in a metamorphic rock.
A)minerals
B)strata
C)stress
D)facies

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Foliation is the alignment of minerals in a metamorphic rock. It occurs due to the application of directed pressure or stress on the rock, causing the minerals to align parallel to each other. Strata are layers of sedimentary rocks, facies are the characteristic features of a rock unit, and stress is the force applied to the rock, which can lead to foliation. Therefore, option A is the correct answer.

Foliation Is the Alignment of ________ in a Metamorphic Rock