Mineral Vocabulary Flashcards

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1
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A set of chemical symbols showing the makeup of a chemical compound.

A

Formula

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A substance that is formed naturally in the Earth, is inorganic, has a definite chemical composition and has a crystal structure.

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Mineral

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The color of a mineral’s powder when it is rubbed against a porcelain plate .

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Streak

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The way the surface of a mineral reflects light.

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Luster

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Not derived from living matter.

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Inorganic

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A solid formation that follows a pattern.

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Crystal

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The ability to scratch or be scratched by another mineral.

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Hardness

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The tendency of crystals and minerals to break along definite plane resulting in smooth surfaces.

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Cleavage

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The appearance of a freshly broken surface on a mineral that has a rough or irregular surface.

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Fracture

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10
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A hardness scale used to classify minerals.

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Mohs Hardness Scale

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