1/9/23 Quiz Flashcards
1
Q
How many parts are there in a mineral?
A
5
2
Q
Which mineral is formed from the dead remains of plants?
A
coal
3
Q
Which mineral has all the characteristics of a mineral?
A
quartz
4
Q
T/F: To be considered a mineral it must have all 5 characteristics.
A
True
5
Q
Which mineral is known as fool’s gold?
A
pyrite
6
Q
T/F: A mineral’s streak can only be the same as its color.
A
False
7
Q
What type of mineral is used in lead?
A
graphite
8
Q
This is known as the softest mineral.
A
Talc
9
Q
What is known as the hardest known mineral?
A
diamond
10
Q
Name the 8 ways to identify a mineral in order.
A
color, streak, luster, density, hardness, crystal systems, cleavage/fracture, special properties
