ES 11 - Minerals + Energy Resources

Which shows the correct sequence of minerals from hardest to softest?

• Diamond - Quartz – Talc

• Talc - Diamond - Quartz

• Talc - Quartz – Diamond

• Quartz - Talc – Diamond

All physical properties of a mineral are listed below, EXCEPT_____________.

• Transparency and Luster

• Magnetism

• Inorganic

• Color and Streak

Iron pyrite has a cubic shape. What type of crystal habit is this?

• Fibrous

• Cubic

• Prismatic

• Acicular

What law is signed by Former President Fidel Ramos that introduces a new system of mineral resources exploration, development, utilization, and conservation in the Philippines?

• Philippine Mining Act of 1994

• Philippine Mining Act of 1995

• Philippine Mining Act of 1997

• Philippine Mining Act of 1996

Which of the following describes the variation in composition characteristic of a mineral?

• Most minerals are chemical compounds having compositions that can be expressed by a chemical formula.

• Minerals have crystalline chemical substances, made up of atoms (or ions) that are arranged in an orderly, repetitive manner.

• Minerals are formed by natural geologic processes.

• Minerals are considered to have solid crystalline substances.

Which shows the correct pairing of transparency property and mineral?

• Transparent : Hematite

• Opaque : Hematite

• Opaque : Jadeite

• Translucent : Muscovite

Referring to the accompanying photo of Jadeite below, determine what specific property is exhibited?

• Luster - Transparent

• Luster - Translucent

• Transparency – Transparent

• Transparency – Translucent

What mineral property is illustrated in the accompanying photo?

• Color and Streak

• Hardness

• Crystal structure

• Transparency and Luster

What halogen ion is present in table salt which makes it classified as halide mineral?

• Iodine

• Sodium

• Tantalum

• Fluorine

Which of the following BEST define a mineral as described by geologists?

• Minerals are composed of different chemicals.

• Minerals are any naturally occurring inorganic solid that possesses an orderly crystalline structure and a definite chemical composition.

• Minerals are any naturally occurring organic solid that possesses an orderly crystalline structure and a definite chemical composition.

• Minerals are anything extracted from Earth, such as coal, iron ore, or sand and gravel.