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Identifying Minerals

Identifying Minerals
Key Concept: Each mineral has characteristic properties that can be used to identify it. Color Streak- the color of a minerals powder Luster- how a mineral reflects light (shiny, metallic, dull, waxy, greasy) Density- mass divided by volume Hardness- measured by Mohs Hardness Scale Cleavage or Fracture- how a mineral breaks Crystal structure

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