Save
Busy. Please wait.
Log in with Clever
or
show password
Forgot Password?
Don't have an account?  Sign up 
Sign up using Clever
or
Username is available taken
show password


Make sure to remember your password. If you forget it there is no way for StudyStack to send you a reset link. You would need to create a new account. Your email address is only used to allow you to reset your password. See our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.

Already a StudyStack user? Log In

Reset Password
Enter the associated with your account, and we'll email you a link to reset your password.
focusNode
Didn't know it?
click below
 
Knew it?
click below
Don't Know
Remaining cards (0)
Know
0:00
edit
Embed Code - If you would like this activity on your web page, copy the script below and paste it into your web page.

  Normal Size     Small Size show me how

minerals

earth science

QuestionAnswer
What is the definition of a mineral? solid, inorganic substances of natural occurrence
what are the 5 qualifications for something to be a mineral? being a solid, naturally occurring, inorganic, define chemical composition, crystal structure
what are some examples of minerals? talc, quartz, diamond and gypsum
what are some examples of non-minerals? water, rocks, diamonds made in a lab
what is the definition of mineral cleavage? the tendency of a mineral to split
what are the different types of fracture? conchoidal, fibrous, splintery, hackly, irregular
do all minerals have mineral cleavage? no
what determines the way a mineral splits? the crystal structure
what is the definition of a fracture? the manner in which a mineral breaks along an irregular surface
what is the definition of luster? the way in a which a mineral reflects light
what are the different types of luster? vitreous, greasy, resinous, silky, pearly, adamantine
what are the two main categories of luster? metallic and nonmetallic
what is the definition of nonmetallic minerals? not having the look of metal or a silvery appearance
what is the definition of metallic minerals? having the look of metal or a silvery appearance
what are some examples of nonmetallic minerals? quartz, calcite, diamond and sulfur
Created by: Jnewman1696
Popular Earth Science sets

 

 



Voices

Use these flashcards to help memorize information. Look at the large card and try to recall what is on the other side. Then click the card to flip it. If you knew the answer, click the green Know box. Otherwise, click the red Don't know box.

When you've placed seven or more cards in the Don't know box, click "retry" to try those cards again.

If you've accidentally put the card in the wrong box, just click on the card to take it out of the box.

You can also use your keyboard to move the cards as follows:

If you are logged in to your account, this website will remember which cards you know and don't know so that they are in the same box the next time you log in.

When you need a break, try one of the other activities listed below the flashcards like Matching, Snowman, or Hungry Bug. Although it may feel like you're playing a game, your brain is still making more connections with the information to help you out.

To see how well you know the information, try the Quiz or Test activity.

Pass complete!
"Know" box contains:
Time elapsed:
Retries:
restart all cards