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minerals
mineral vocab
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Cleavage | splitting of a mineral into pieces with smooth, flat surfaces |
| crystal structure | the arrangement of atoms that is unique to each mineral (atomic structure) |
| fracture | splitting of a mineral into pieces with uneven surfaces |
| hardness | property of a mineral to resist being scratched |
| Streak | color of the powder left by a mineral |
| Luster | the way a mineral shines or reflects light from its surface. |
| Mineral | a natural solid made from elements in the earth's crust |
| Specific gravity | the density of a mineral compared with the density of water. |