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Minerals

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Definition
show a naturally occurring, inorganic solid with a definite structure and composition.  
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inorganic   show
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solid   show
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crystal   show
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Formation of Minerals   show
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Friedrich Mohs   show
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show physical property of a mineral that describes how light is reflected from its surface. Is defined as either metallic or nonmetallic.  
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Metallic   show
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Nonmetallic   show
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show usually isn't enough alone to identify a mineral.  
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Streak   show
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Silicates   show
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Rock Salt   show
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show a measure of how easily a mineral can be scratched.  
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Talc   show
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Diamond   show
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Cleavage   show
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show has a perfect cleavage.  
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show physical property of a mineral that causes it to break with rough or jagged edges.  
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Quartz   show
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show attracted to magnets.  
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Calcite   show
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show a valuable mineral highly prized because it is rare and beautiful.  
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Ore   show
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show durable, lightweight metal derived from minerals such as ilmenite or rutile.  
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