TT Minerals

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What is the term for the way a mineral breaks unevenly, resulting in rough or jagged surfaces?

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Fracture

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What is the repeating pattern of a mineral's particles in a solid called?

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Crystal structure

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What does the atomic number of an element indicate?

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The number of protons in the nucleus of an atom.

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Which property is generally the least useful in identifying minerals?

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Color

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What is the term for the way a mineral breaks along flat surfaces?

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Cleavage

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What is the definition of a mineral?

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A naturally occurring, inorganic solid with a definite chemical composition and a crystalline structure.

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What is the Mohs scale used for?

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To measure the hardness of minerals.

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What is the difference between a mineral and a rock?

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A mineral is a single substance with a specific chemical composition, while a rock is a solid aggregate of one or more minerals.

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What is luster in terms of mineral properties?

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The way a mineral reflects light, which can be described as metallic or non-metallic.

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What is the significance of a mineral's streak?

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The color of the powder left when a mineral is scraped across a porcelain plate, which can help in identification.