Schist is the metamorphic equivalent of ________.

A. Granite

B. Basalt

C. Shale

D. Dolerite

Answer: Option C

Solution(By Examveda Team)

Schist is the metamorphic equivalent of Shale. Schist is a still higher degree of metamorphism, characterized by coarse grained foliation and/or lineation, with mica crystals large enough to be easily identified with the unaided eye.