Minerals Quiz

Minerals are made of different ______________.

• Rocks

• Mohs

• Properties

• Elements

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS1-1

Minerals are classified based on their ___________ such as color, luster, or hardness.

• Rocks

• Properties

• Elements

• Crystals

The __________ scale of hardness is one way to test minerals.

• Properties

• Elements

• Mohs

• Rocks

Minerals can form into geometric structures called _________

• Crystals

• Properties

• Elements

• Rocks

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS1-1

_________ are made of different combinations of minerals

• Crystals

• Elements

• Rocks

• Properties

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS3-1

Use the Mineral Identification Chart to answer the question.

What mineral(s) could Olivine scratch?

Use the Mineral Identification Chart to answer the question.

Which mineral reflects light like a piece of metal?

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Which two minerals produce white powder when scratched or pulled across a rough surface?

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Which mineral can your fingernail (2.5) scratch?

Use the Mineral Identification Chart to answer the question.

Can minerals of the same name come in more than one color?