Properties of Minerals Assessment

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What is the Mohs scale used for?

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The Mohs scale is used to measure the hardness of minerals.

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Define luster in terms of minerals.

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Luster is the way light reflects off the surface of a mineral.

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What property of minerals is indicated by the streak test?

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The streak test shows the color of a mineral in powdered form.

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Which mineral is softer than glass (5.5) according to the Mohs scale?

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Calcite is softer than glass.

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What is NOT considered a property of a mineral?

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Size is not considered a property of a mineral.

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What does the term 'hardness' refer to in minerals?

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Hardness refers to a mineral's resistance to being scratched.

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What is the difference between opacity and transparency in minerals?

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Opacity refers to the inability to see through a mineral, while transparency means light can pass through.

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What is fluorescence in minerals?

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Fluorescence is the property of a mineral to glow under ultraviolet light.

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How can you determine the hardness of a mineral?

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You can determine hardness by comparing it to minerals of known hardness on the Mohs scale.

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What is the significance of a mineral's color?

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Color can help identify a mineral, but it is not always reliable due to impurities.