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Contributing Institution
Maine Geological Survey
Document Type
Image
Identifier
11600
Description
Schist has blocky aggregates of coarse sillimanite in pseudomorphs after andalusite. Schist alternates with metamorphosed quartz-rich sandstone beds. Locally, there is a weak axial plane cleavage related to the folds, particularly in the schist.
Project Name: Bald Mountain, Camden
Exact Creation Date
12-16-2019
Location
Camden
Supplemental Rights
Credit must be given to the photographer and the Maine Geological Survey when this photo is displayed, reproduced, distributed and/or used in derivative works.
Keywords
sillimanite; pseudomorph; schist; fold; axial plane cleavage