Mineral Properties

Front

What is the property of a mineral that describes how it reflects light?

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Luster

Front

What is the term for the color of a mineral in powdered form?

Back

Streak

Front

How do we measure a mineral's resistance to scratching?

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Hardness

Front

Which property of a mineral describes its ability to break along flat surfaces?

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Cleavage

Front

What is the term for the natural color of a mineral?

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Color

Front

What is the term for the way a mineral breaks when it does not break along flat surfaces?

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Fracture

Front

Which property of a mineral can be observed by rubbing it on a porcelain plate?

Back

Streak

Front

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

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Mohs scale

Front

What is the term for the overall appearance of a mineral, including its color and luster?

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Appearance

Front

Which mineral property is NOT considered a characteristic of a mineral?

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Size