Sillimanite Schist



Section cut perpendictular to foliation. This rock from the Upper Amphibolite Facies, Sillimanite Zone metamorphic grade. Minerals seen include brown biotite, gray diamond-shaped sillimanite ends, and opaque (isotropic) garnet.
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