1.2 Minerals Flashcards
1
Q
In geology, the tendency of a mineral to split along specific planes of weakness to form smooth, flat surfaces
A
Clevage
2
Q
the ratio of a mass of a substance to the volume of the substance
A
Density
3
Q
the manner in which a mineral breaks along either curved or irregular surfaces
A
Fracture
4
Q
a measure of the ability of a mineral to resist scratching
A
Hardness
5
Q
the way in which a mineral reflects light
A
Luster
6
Q
the color of a mineral in powdered form
A
Streak
