Review of Minerals

What is the mineral halite commonly known as?

• Table salt

• Sugar

• Baking soda

• Vinegar

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a mineral?

• Crystalline

• Inorganic

• Organic

• Solid

What is the chemical composition of quartz?

• Fe₂O₃

• C

• NaCl

• SiO₂

Which mineral is made only of carbon atoms?

• Hematite

• Halite

• Quartz

• Diamond

What determines a mineral's crystal shape?

• Its hardness

• Its density

• Its color

• The arrangement of its atoms

Which of the following is an example of a mineral forming by a natural process?

• Plastic being molded

• Metal being forged

• Glass being blown

• Minerals precipitating from water

What is the main difference between diamond and graphite?

• Their crystal structures

• Their color

• Their density

• Their chemical composition

Which of the following is a property used to identify minerals?

• Hardness

• Sound

• Smell

• Taste

What is the chemical formula for the mineral hematite?

• C

• NaCl

• SiO₂

• Fe₂O₃

Which of the following is NOT a mineral?

• Quartz

• Diamond

• Plastic

• Halite