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Which example describes a use for gemstones?

A
fabrics
B
plastics
C
drill bits
D
paper clips
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Which phrase refers to the repeating pattern of a mineral’s particles?

A
solid structure
B
crystal structure
C
organic structure
D
inorganic structure
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Which common item is made from copper?

A
soap
B
coins
C
baby powder
D
colored pencils
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These minerals were formed through crystallization of molten materials.

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A
The mineral on the left formed from lava.
B
The mineral on the right formed from magma.
C
The mineral on the left has smaller crystals than the mineral on the right.
D
The mineral on the left cooled more slowly than the mineral on the right.
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Which correctly lists two characteristics of crystal faces that define crystal systems?

A
angle and number
B
number and color
C
size and hardness
D
size and angle
6

Which is one way that minerals crystallize from materials dissolved in water?

A
from the air
B
from solutions that evaporate
C
from water solutions that are heated
D
from the soil
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Which statement describes one feature of a mineral’s definite chemical composition?

A
It always occurs in pure form.
B
It always contains certain elements.
C
It cannot form from living or once-living materials.
D
It cannot contain atoms from more than one element.
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How is a mineral of volcanic origin with large crystals most likely formed?

A
crystallization through evaporation of water
B
crystallization of molten material inside Earth
C
crystallization of molten material at Earth’s surface
D
crystallization through cooling of a hot water solution

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Minerals Answers — MHS - Earth Science - S1 - CR