Formula Flashcards
Minerals
A substance that is formed in the Earth, is inorganic, has a definite chemical compound and has a crystal structure.
Streak
The color of a mineral’s powder when it is rubbed against a porcelain plate.
Luster
The way the surface of a mineral reflect light.
Inorganic
Not derived from living matter
cristal
A solid formation that follows a pattern
Hardness
the resistance of a mineral or other material to being scratched
Cleavage
The tendency of some minerals to break along flat surfaces
fracture
the tendency of a mineral to break into irregular pieces
Moh Hardness Scale
A hardness scale used to classify minerals
Formula
A set of chemical symbols showing the makeup of a chemical compound
Formula
A set of chemical symbols showing the makeup of a chemical compound