Science Quiz 12/4 Flashcards
1
Q
Name the 5 Parts of a Mineral.
A
Naturally Occuring, Inorganic, Crystal Structure, Solid, Definite Chemical Composition
2
Q
What are the 8 ways to identify a material?
A
Color, Streak, Luster, Density, 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 five characteristics.
A
True
6
Q
Which mineral is known as fool’s gold?
A
Pyrite
7
Q
T/F A minerals streak can only be the same as its color.
A
False
8
Q
Which mineral is used in led pencil?
A
Graphite
9
Q
_____ is known as the softest mineral?
A
Talc
10
Q
What is the hardest known mineral?
A
Diamond
