Minerals

The color of powder that is rubbed off a mineral is called what?

The way the light bounces off a mineral; the appearance.

How well a mineral resists scratching is called:

What test shows if a mineral has a chemical reaction to certain substances?

If a mineral breaks apart into smooth, flat pieces then the mineral has:

If a mineral breaks apart into jagged, rough pieces the mineral has:

A solid, inorganic substance that is found in nature is called:

Minerals can be formed through heat and:

Minerals can be formed when water _______________ and leaves behind crystals.

Minerals can form from when molten rock cools and hardens.