noun
- the property of metamorphic rocks to split along parallel planes due to the alignment of mineral crystals
Usage: geological term; plural form
Examples
- The geologist examined the different schistosities in the rock formation.
- Various schistosities were evident in the metamorphic outcrop.
- The study focused on measuring schistosities in the mountain range.
- Different types of schistosities indicated varying degrees of metamorphism.
- The rock samples displayed distinct schistosities under microscopic analysis.