Minerals Flashcards
1
Q
characteristics of rocks
A
- solids
- materials
- minerals
2
Q
characteristics of minerals
A
- naturally occuring
- solid
- crystalline
- geological process
- chemical composition
- biogenic materials
3
Q
hardness
A
how put together material is
-scratch resistance
4
Q
color
A
distinct color
NEVER the main indicator
5
Q
streak
A
does it leave behind residue?
6
Q
luster
A
how does it interact with light
- metallic vs nonmetallic
7
Q
crystal habit
A
how does it grow
8
Q
unique physical characterists
A
unique interacterations
