Sci 12\5\24 Flashcards
1
Q
name the 5 parts of a mineral
A
Naturally occurring, inorganic, crystal structure, solid, chemical composition
2
Q
What are the 8 ways to identify a mineral
A
Density, color, streak, luster, hardness, crystal structure, special properties, cleavage/fracture
3
Q
Which mineral is formed from the remains of plants
A
Coal
4
Q
Which mineral has all the characteristics of a mineral
A
quartz
5
Q
T\F To be considered a mineral it must have all 5 characteristics
A
true
6
Q
Which mineral is known as fool’s gold
A
Pyrite
7
Q
T\F a mineral’s streak can only be the same as its color.
A
False
8
Q
Which mineral is used in led pencils
A
Graphite
9
Q
___ is as the softest mineral
A
Talc
10
Q
What is the hardest known mineral?
A
Diamond
