Fill in the blank with the correctly spelt word.
The geology professor explained the formation of _______ rock layers.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
Correct Answer: schistose
Explanation:
• The correct spelling is schistose.
• Schistose is a geological adjective describing rocks (specifically schist) that have a layered, foliated, or crystalline structure that splits easily into thin plates.
• Common spelling mistakes in this word involve dropping the letter c (shistose) or doubling the s (schisstose).
Example: The workers examined the schistose strata along the cliff face.