Minerals

Question 1

Which statement describes one feature of a mineral’s definite chemical composition?

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It always contains certain elements.

Question 2

Which characteristic involves cleavage and fracture?

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the way a mineral breaks apart

Question 3

Which common item is made from copper?

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coins

Question 4

Which correctly lists two characteristics of crystal faces that define crystal systems?

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angle and number

Question 5

A mineral forms from water at the edge of a lake.Which statement best describes this mineral?

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The mineral formed through evaporation.

Question 6

Which phrase refers to the repeating pattern of a mineral’s particles?

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crystal structure

Question 7

These minerals were formed through crystallization of molten materials.

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The mineral on the left cooled more slowly than the mineral on the right.

Question 8

Which characteristic is expected of a mineral that crystallizes from lava at Earth’s surface?

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small crystals

Question 9

Which example describes a use for gemstones?

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drill bits

Question 10

How is a mineral of volcanic origin with large crystals most likely formed?

Revolt · Accepted Answer

crystallization of molten material inside Earth

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