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Question | Answer |
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What has does object have to be in order to be a mineral? | Solid, inorganic, can be contained in several different rocks, definite chemical composition, often used in jewelry, natural, |
What is the hardest minerall known on Earth? | Diamonds. |
If a MineralA is able to get scratched by material B which one is harder than the other? | Material B |
If mineral B can't be scratched by material C which is one is harder? | Material B |
Is pyrite a Material? | Yes |
Is Titanium a Material? | Yes |
Is a Tree bark a Mineral? | No |
Is Iron a Mineral? | Yes |
What is a mineral cleavage? | A tendency for crystalline objects to split into two |
What is a Mineral Fracture? | When a material breaks in a uneven pattern |
What are 3 types of lusters? | Metallic, non-metallic, pearly. |
What are another type of 3 lusters? | Greasy, Vitreous, silky |
What are some more types of lusters? | Adamantine, Dull, Waxy, resinous. |
What is the definition of a luster? | The appearance of a mineral surface in terms of light and reflective qualities. |
Is Water a mineral ? | Only in its solid form |