Chapter 2 Test

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Which of the following is not a criterion for defining something as a mineral? A) naturally occurring, C) generally inorganic, D) orderly crystalline structure
Back
hard
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Which one of the following is not true for minerals? A) They have a specific, internal, crystalline structure. B) They can be a liquid, solid, or gas. C) Many have a specific, predictable chemical composition. D) They can be identified by characteristic physical properties.
Back
They can be a liquid, solid, or gas.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
The basic building blocks for halite are ________ and ________.
Back
Na; Cl
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
The resistance of a mineral to abrasion is known as ________.
Back
hardness
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
The strong tendency of certain minerals to break along smooth, parallel planes is known as ________.
Back
cleavage
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does the tendency of micas to produce thin cleavage flakes suggest about its crystal structure?
Back
The atoms are arranged in orderly arrangements that form strongly bonded sheets separated by weak bonds between the sheets.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What theory dramatically improved geologist's ability to predict where certain ore deposits were formed?
Back
plate tectonics
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