Rocks and Minerals Review

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Which mineral is ranked highest on the Mohs scale?

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Diamond is the hardest mineral on the Mohs scale.

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Hardness, color, and luster are examples of a mineral's ___________.

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These are examples of a mineral's properties.

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A mineral is a living object. True or False?

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False. A mineral is a non-living substance.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-1

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Can rocks contain fossils?

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Yes, rocks can contain fossils.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-3

NGSS.MS-LS4-1

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What is the purpose of the scratch test?

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The scratch test is used to determine the hardness of a mineral.

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What is a mineral?

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A mineral is a naturally occurring, inorganic solid with a definite chemical composition.

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What is the Mohs scale?

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The Mohs scale is a scale that ranks minerals based on their hardness.

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Name a property of minerals that can be observed without special tools.

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Color is a property of minerals that can be observed easily.

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What is luster in minerals?

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Luster describes how light reflects off the surface of a mineral.

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What is the difference between rocks and minerals?

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Rocks are made up of one or more minerals, while minerals are individual substances.