Mineral Properties Quiz

A student is investigating the properties of several different minerals in order to identify them. One of the tests the student performs is shown in the picture. What mineral property is being tested in the picture?

• color

• hardness

• streak

• cleavage

Alyssa found a sample that had a glassy luster, red streaks, and could scratch Fangite. Based on the table, what was the mineral she most likely found?

• Cuprite

• Kaolinite

• Hematite

• Fluorite

Ezra found a sample that failed to scratch Fangite and had a glassy luster. Based on their table, what mineral did he most likely find?

• Fluorite

• Gypsum

• Hematite

• Kaolinite

A student has several mineral samples. How can the student investigate the luster of the minerals?

• Observe how the minerals' surfaces look in daylight.

• Take photographs of the minerals for comparison.

• Use a hand lens to closely examine the minerals' surfaces.

• Read a book about the characteristics of minerals.

Which property of quartz was most likely identified from the picture?

• It is very heavy.

• It has a light color.

• It has no shine or luster.

• It is a very soft mineral.

A student wants to set up an investigation to determine the identity of several different minerals. Which of the following properties should NOT be used?

• color

• temperature

• hardness

• crystal systems

A student is investigating the properties of several different minerals in order to identify them. The diagram shows one of the tests the student performs.

Which property of the rocks is most likely being tested?

• hardness

• texture

• streak

• color

A student wants to set up an investigation to determine the identity of several different minerals. Which of these would be the most useful when identifying a mineral?

• streak

• weight

• shape

• hardness

Lana is comparing two minerals by shining a bright light on them and seeing how much is reflected off. What is Lana measuring?

• color

• streak

• luster

• hardness

A student wants to set up an investigation to determine the identity of several different minerals. Which of the following properties should NOT be used?

• hardness

• streak

• shape

• luster