Which describes a characteristic of quartzite?

igneous
foliated
does not split into layers
grains arranged in parallel layers

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The characteristic that best describes quartzite is that it does not split into layers. Quartzite is a dense, hard metamorphic rock that forms from the metamorphism of sandstone and is known for being non-foliated, meaning it does not have a layered or banded appearance like some other metamorphic rocks.

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