Chapter 3 Minerals Review

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What is the hardest mineral on the Moh’s Scale?

Back

Diamond is the hardest mineral on the Moh’s Scale.

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What is the property of a mineral that allows it to split evenly along a flat surface?

Back

The property is called cleavage.

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Which mineral is commonly found in toothpaste?

Back

Fluorite is the mineral found in toothpaste.

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Which mineral can Quartz not scratch?

Back

Quartz cannot scratch Corundum.

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What is a mineral's color when it is ground into powder called?

Back

It is called streak.

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What is the term for the shiny appearance of a mineral?

Back

The term is luster.

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What is the scale used to measure the hardness of minerals?

Back

The Moh’s Scale is used to measure the hardness of minerals.

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What is the term for how a mineral breaks unevenly?

Back

The term is fracture.

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What mineral is known for its use in making jewelry and watches?

Back

Quartz is known for its use in making jewelry and watches.

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What is the term for the way light reflects off a mineral's surface?

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The term is luster.