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What geological process leads to the formation of metamorphic rocks during continental collision?
What geological process leads to the formation of metamorphic rocks during continental collision?
- Burial and modification by heat and pressure (correct)
- Cooling of molten magma
- Subduction of oceanic crust
- Weathering and erosion of sediment
Which rock type is primarily formed from lithification of sediment in oceans?
Which rock type is primarily formed from lithification of sediment in oceans?
- Basalt
- Sedimentary rock (correct)
- Metamorphic rock
- Granite
What leads to the accumulation of sediment during the subsidence of the continental margin?
What leads to the accumulation of sediment during the subsidence of the continental margin?
- Burial of rocks in volcanic activity
- Formation of igneous rock
- Sinking of Earth's lithosphere (correct)
- Erosion of mountain ranges
How does uplifted mountain terrain affect precipitation patterns?
How does uplifted mountain terrain affect precipitation patterns?
Which of the following statements about oceanic crust and continental collision is true?
Which of the following statements about oceanic crust and continental collision is true?
What primarily causes the formation of coarse-grained intrusive igneous rocks?
What primarily causes the formation of coarse-grained intrusive igneous rocks?
What process describes the conversion of sediments into solid rock?
What process describes the conversion of sediments into solid rock?
Which type of sediment is primarily formed through the physical deposition of particles?
Which type of sediment is primarily formed through the physical deposition of particles?
What is a primary component that precipitates to form limestone?
What is a primary component that precipitates to form limestone?
How do sediments primarily differ from igneous and metamorphic rocks?
How do sediments primarily differ from igneous and metamorphic rocks?
Which of the following best describes regional metamorphism?
Which of the following best describes regional metamorphism?
What type of metamorphism occurs due to heat from a magmatic intrusion?
What type of metamorphism occurs due to heat from a magmatic intrusion?
Which mineral is formed by weathering and alteration of feldspar?
Which mineral is formed by weathering and alteration of feldspar?
What is the main process that breaks down rocks into smaller fragments?
What is the main process that breaks down rocks into smaller fragments?
Which of the following minerals predominates in siliciclastic sediments?
Which of the following minerals predominates in siliciclastic sediments?
What characterizes sediments and sedimentary rocks in terms of arrangement?
What characterizes sediments and sedimentary rocks in terms of arrangement?
What temperature range defines the process of metamorphism?
What temperature range defines the process of metamorphism?
Which of the following is a feature of metamorphic rocks?
Which of the following is a feature of metamorphic rocks?
Which of the following correctly defines a mineral?
Which of the following correctly defines a mineral?
What distinguishes minerals from synthetic substances?
What distinguishes minerals from synthetic substances?
Why are materials like windowpane glass not classified as minerals?
Why are materials like windowpane glass not classified as minerals?
Which of the following statements about organic materials is true regarding mineral classification?
Which of the following statements about organic materials is true regarding mineral classification?
What is the significance of the orderly arrangement of particles in minerals?
What is the significance of the orderly arrangement of particles in minerals?
Which characteristic of minerals prevents them from being divided mechanically into smaller components?
Which characteristic of minerals prevents them from being divided mechanically into smaller components?
What example illustrates a rock composed primarily of a single mineral?
What example illustrates a rock composed primarily of a single mineral?
Which mineral is specifically mentioned as being secreted by marine organisms?
Which mineral is specifically mentioned as being secreted by marine organisms?
What is the formula for the silicate ion?
What is the formula for the silicate ion?
Which mineral contains isolated tetrahedra?
Which mineral contains isolated tetrahedra?
What structure is characterized by tetrahedra sharing three oxygen ions to create sheets?
What structure is characterized by tetrahedra sharing three oxygen ions to create sheets?
Which mineral is an example of a framework silicate?
Which mineral is an example of a framework silicate?
The basic building block of carbonate minerals is which ion?
The basic building block of carbonate minerals is which ion?
What type of mineral structure do pyroxenes belong to?
What type of mineral structure do pyroxenes belong to?
Which mineral is comprised of double-chain silicate structures?
Which mineral is comprised of double-chain silicate structures?
Which mineral is often found in sediments and is known as a clay mineral?
Which mineral is often found in sediments and is known as a clay mineral?
What is the chemical formula for Dolomite?
What is the chemical formula for Dolomite?
What is the primary characteristic of three-dimensional framework structures?
What is the primary characteristic of three-dimensional framework structures?
Which mineral has a structure that features two planes at 60° and 120°?
Which mineral has a structure that features two planes at 60° and 120°?
Which metallic cations are commonly bonded with the silicate ion?
Which metallic cations are commonly bonded with the silicate ion?
What characterizes a covalent bond in comparison to an ionic bond?
What characterizes a covalent bond in comparison to an ionic bond?
The mineral calcite is primarily composed of which type of ion?
The mineral calcite is primarily composed of which type of ion?
What structural arrangement do carbon atoms form in diamond?
What structural arrangement do carbon atoms form in diamond?
What type of mineral structure allows the silicate tetrahedra to form rings?
What type of mineral structure allows the silicate tetrahedra to form rings?
Which statement correctly describes ions?
Which statement correctly describes ions?
What is the primary characteristic of ionic bonds?
What is the primary characteristic of ionic bonds?
Which type of bond has been shown to be generally stronger than ionic bonds?
Which type of bond has been shown to be generally stronger than ionic bonds?
What type of bond is primarily found in metal minerals?
What type of bond is primarily found in metal minerals?
How are the properties of a chemical compound related to its constituent elements?
How are the properties of a chemical compound related to its constituent elements?
What electrical charges do sodium and chloride ions carry in sodium chloride?
What electrical charges do sodium and chloride ions carry in sodium chloride?
What is the term for an atom or group of atoms with an electrical charge?
What is the term for an atom or group of atoms with an electrical charge?
Which of the following best defines a chemical bond?
Which of the following best defines a chemical bond?
Which mineral type primarily exhibits ionic bonding?
Which mineral type primarily exhibits ionic bonding?
How is the strength of an ionic bond affected by the distance between ions?
How is the strength of an ionic bond affected by the distance between ions?
What percentage of all minerals are classified as ionic compounds?
What percentage of all minerals are classified as ionic compounds?
What bond type allows for the formation of cations in metallic minerals?
What bond type allows for the formation of cations in metallic minerals?
What is the primary geometric arrangement of atoms in a crystal structure?
What is the primary geometric arrangement of atoms in a crystal structure?
Which of the following best describes the crystallization process in minerals?
Which of the following best describes the crystallization process in minerals?
How do cations fit into the crystal structures of minerals according to their arrangement?
How do cations fit into the crystal structures of minerals according to their arrangement?
Which feature of a crystal is considered its external expression of its internal atomic structure?
Which feature of a crystal is considered its external expression of its internal atomic structure?
What occurs during the crystallization of minerals that affects the size of the crystals formed?
What occurs during the crystallization of minerals that affects the size of the crystals formed?
Which of the following ions is commonly found to substitute for one another in the structure of olivine?
Which of the following ions is commonly found to substitute for one another in the structure of olivine?
What type of bonding is primarily associated with the formation of diamonds?
What type of bonding is primarily associated with the formation of diamonds?
Which statement accurately describes the arrangement of sodium and chloride ions in sodium chloride?
Which statement accurately describes the arrangement of sodium and chloride ions in sodium chloride?
What likely occurs to mineral crystals when their growth is rapid?
What likely occurs to mineral crystals when their growth is rapid?
Which ion is recognized as the most common anion on Earth, contributing to crystal structure?
Which ion is recognized as the most common anion on Earth, contributing to crystal structure?
What is the result of cation substitution in mineral compositions?
What is the result of cation substitution in mineral compositions?
Which property of crystal structures is primarily determined by the sizes of the cations and anions?
Which property of crystal structures is primarily determined by the sizes of the cations and anions?
What internal feature corresponds to the six-sided shape of a quartz crystal?
What internal feature corresponds to the six-sided shape of a quartz crystal?
Why do smaller cations fit between larger anions in mineral structures?
Why do smaller cations fit between larger anions in mineral structures?
Which term best describes the appearance of rocks based on their mineral crystal sizes?
Which term best describes the appearance of rocks based on their mineral crystal sizes?
What defines coarse-grained igneous rocks?
What defines coarse-grained igneous rocks?
Which process is responsible for the formation of sedimentary rocks?
Which process is responsible for the formation of sedimentary rocks?
How do extrusive igneous rocks primarily differ from intrusive igneous rocks?
How do extrusive igneous rocks primarily differ from intrusive igneous rocks?
Which rock type forms under high temperatures and pressures from preexisting rocks?
Which rock type forms under high temperatures and pressures from preexisting rocks?
What is the primary method by which igneous rocks are classified?
What is the primary method by which igneous rocks are classified?
What is the basic building block of sulfide minerals?
What is the basic building block of sulfide minerals?
Which mineral is NOT commonly found in igneous rocks?
Which mineral is NOT commonly found in igneous rocks?
What determines the mineralogy of a rock?
What determines the mineralogy of a rock?
Which oxide mineral is identified as a chief ore of iron?
Which oxide mineral is identified as a chief ore of iron?
Which type of rocks would you expect to form from solidified magma at great depths?
Which type of rocks would you expect to form from solidified magma at great depths?
Which mineral is an example of a sulfide that is commonly mistaken for gold?
Which mineral is an example of a sulfide that is commonly mistaken for gold?
In the context of rock formation, which process leads to the formation of gneiss?
In the context of rock formation, which process leads to the formation of gneiss?
What do spinels primarily consist of in terms of their chemical components?
What do spinels primarily consist of in terms of their chemical components?
Which is a characteristic property of sulfide minerals?
Which is a characteristic property of sulfide minerals?
Which of the following is an example of an extrusive igneous rock?
Which of the following is an example of an extrusive igneous rock?
The mineral gypsum is primarily composed of which two ions?
The mineral gypsum is primarily composed of which two ions?
What characteristic of sandstone distinguishes it from other rock types?
What characteristic of sandstone distinguishes it from other rock types?
At what atmospheric conditions does anhydrite remain stable?
At what atmospheric conditions does anhydrite remain stable?
Which component is primarily responsible for the glassy texture seen in some extrusive igneous rocks?
Which component is primarily responsible for the glassy texture seen in some extrusive igneous rocks?
What is the defining feature of the Mohs scale of hardness?
What is the defining feature of the Mohs scale of hardness?
What chemical reaction characterizes the 'acid test' used by geologists?
What chemical reaction characterizes the 'acid test' used by geologists?
What is a primary characteristic of minerals that belong to the sulfate class?
What is a primary characteristic of minerals that belong to the sulfate class?
Hematite and magnetite are both considered which type of mineral?
Hematite and magnetite are both considered which type of mineral?
What mineral is a commonly known sulfate that can be used in plaster?
What mineral is a commonly known sulfate that can be used in plaster?
What misnomer is often used to describe the mineral pyrite?
What misnomer is often used to describe the mineral pyrite?
What contributes to the high density of spinels?
What contributes to the high density of spinels?
Which property of minerals relates to the tendency of a crystal to break unevenly?
Which property of minerals relates to the tendency of a crystal to break unevenly?
In minerals, what does the term 'adamantine luster' specifically refer to?
In minerals, what does the term 'adamantine luster' specifically refer to?
What is the main reason why color is not considered the most reliable indicator for identifying minerals?
What is the main reason why color is not considered the most reliable indicator for identifying minerals?
Which mineral is noted for always leaving a reddish brown streak regardless of its color?
Which mineral is noted for always leaving a reddish brown streak regardless of its color?
What type of bond typically results in a vitreous luster in crystals?
What type of bond typically results in a vitreous luster in crystals?
What does the term 'conchoidal fracture' describe?
What does the term 'conchoidal fracture' describe?
Which trace element is responsible for the green color in emeralds?
Which trace element is responsible for the green color in emeralds?
The fibrous or splintery appearance of a mineral indicates what type of fracture?
The fibrous or splintery appearance of a mineral indicates what type of fracture?
What is the defining characteristic of glassy materials compared to minerals?
What is the defining characteristic of glassy materials compared to minerals?
At what temperature does ice start to form from water?
At what temperature does ice start to form from water?
What characteristic primarily affects how light interacts with a mineral's surface?
What characteristic primarily affects how light interacts with a mineral's surface?
Which mineral classification is described as having a characteristic luster of materials like pearl?
Which mineral classification is described as having a characteristic luster of materials like pearl?
What is the defining characteristic of the mineral calcite?
What is the defining characteristic of the mineral calcite?
Which of the following minerals forms at low temperatures?
Which of the following minerals forms at low temperatures?
What process leads to the formation of halite crystals in nature?
What process leads to the formation of halite crystals in nature?
Which of the following is NOT a type of mineral luster?
Which of the following is NOT a type of mineral luster?
Which statement accurately describes the structure of an atom?
Which statement accurately describes the structure of an atom?
How are diamond and graphite structurally different despite being both forms of carbon?
How are diamond and graphite structurally different despite being both forms of carbon?
What role do isotopes play in the characterization of elements?
What role do isotopes play in the characterization of elements?
Which mineral is known to show a wide range of colors predominantly based on light and surface conditions?
Which mineral is known to show a wide range of colors predominantly based on light and surface conditions?
Which class of minerals does hematite belong to?
Which class of minerals does hematite belong to?
How is the atomic mass of an element determined?
How is the atomic mass of an element determined?
What is a common property that affects the appearance of minerals and may lead to misidentification?
What is a common property that affects the appearance of minerals and may lead to misidentification?
Which bonding type is primarily associated with minerals that can appear colorless?
Which bonding type is primarily associated with minerals that can appear colorless?
Which mineral is categorized as a native element?
Which mineral is categorized as a native element?
What factor is essential for understanding why elements have distinct chemical behaviors?
What factor is essential for understanding why elements have distinct chemical behaviors?
What mineral forms from the carbonate ion?
What mineral forms from the carbonate ion?
What is the significance of the fixed ratio in the chemical composition of minerals like quartz?
What is the significance of the fixed ratio in the chemical composition of minerals like quartz?
What class of minerals is the most abundant in Earth's crust?
What class of minerals is the most abundant in Earth's crust?
The concept of Dalton's hypothesis is foundational to which aspect of chemistry?
The concept of Dalton's hypothesis is foundational to which aspect of chemistry?
What is the defining feature of polymorphs?
What is the defining feature of polymorphs?
Why are electrons considered to have negligible mass in atomic calculations?
Why are electrons considered to have negligible mass in atomic calculations?
In the context of chemical composition, what is unique to olivine when compared to quartz?
In the context of chemical composition, what is unique to olivine when compared to quartz?
Which of the following is true about the density of diamond and graphite?
Which of the following is true about the density of diamond and graphite?
When does crystallization occur from a liquid solution?
When does crystallization occur from a liquid solution?
Which of the following incorrectly describes a property of a mineral?
Which of the following incorrectly describes a property of a mineral?
What type of structure do olivine minerals have due to their silicate ions?
What type of structure do olivine minerals have due to their silicate ions?
Why are chemical reactions between atoms crucial for mineral formation?
Why are chemical reactions between atoms crucial for mineral formation?
What is primarily responsible for the variation in crystal structures of polymorphs?
What is primarily responsible for the variation in crystal structures of polymorphs?
What aligns closely with the periodic table's organization according to atomic numbers?
What aligns closely with the periodic table's organization according to atomic numbers?
What is the relationship between the number of protons and the overall charge of an atom?
What is the relationship between the number of protons and the overall charge of an atom?
What chemical elements are invariably present in the mineral olivine?
What chemical elements are invariably present in the mineral olivine?
What primarily determines the hardness of a mineral?
What primarily determines the hardness of a mineral?
Which type of silicate is characterized by low hardness, typically below 3?
Which type of silicate is characterized by low hardness, typically below 3?
What is the relationship between bond strength and cleavage in minerals?
What is the relationship between bond strength and cleavage in minerals?
Which mineral is known for having perfect cleavage due to its structure?
Which mineral is known for having perfect cleavage due to its structure?
What is a primary factor that enhances bond strength in minerals?
What is a primary factor that enhances bond strength in minerals?
What cleavage pattern do pyroxenes exhibit?
What cleavage pattern do pyroxenes exhibit?
Which mineral exhibits irregular cleavage and breaks easily across cleavage planes?
Which mineral exhibits irregular cleavage and breaks easily across cleavage planes?
In which mineral would you expect to find covalent bonds as the primary bond type limiting cleavage?
In which mineral would you expect to find covalent bonds as the primary bond type limiting cleavage?
What defines the quality of cleavage in a mineral?
What defines the quality of cleavage in a mineral?
What distinguishes amphiboles from pyroxenes in terms of cleavage angles?
What distinguishes amphiboles from pyroxenes in terms of cleavage angles?
Which bond type tends to produce minerals that are soft and have hardnesses less than 3?
Which bond type tends to produce minerals that are soft and have hardnesses less than 3?
Which mineral is typically harder than talc but softer than topaz?
Which mineral is typically harder than talc but softer than topaz?
Which of the following best describes the covalent bond strength of minerals?
Which of the following best describes the covalent bond strength of minerals?
What type of structural arrangement typically describes framework silicates?
What type of structural arrangement typically describes framework silicates?
What is the significance of electrostatic attraction concerning mineral hardness?
What is the significance of electrostatic attraction concerning mineral hardness?
What is the primary reason for the high density of magnetite compared to iron olivine?
What is the primary reason for the high density of magnetite compared to iron olivine?
Which specific gravity indicates a mineral's weight compared to water at 4 °C?
Which specific gravity indicates a mineral's weight compared to water at 4 °C?
What causes a decrease in a mineral's density with an increase in temperature?
What causes a decrease in a mineral's density with an increase in temperature?
Which mineral is likely the most abundant in Earth's lower mantle?
Which mineral is likely the most abundant in Earth's lower mantle?
Which crystal habit describes a mineral that grows quickly in one direction and slowly in others?
Which crystal habit describes a mineral that grows quickly in one direction and slowly in others?
How does the atomic mass of silicon in iron olivine influence its density compared to magnetite?
How does the atomic mass of silicon in iron olivine influence its density compared to magnetite?
What is the significance of mineral cleavage based on the strength of bonds in the crystal structure?
What is the significance of mineral cleavage based on the strength of bonds in the crystal structure?
Why are fibrous crystals like asbestos a health concern when inhaled?
Why are fibrous crystals like asbestos a health concern when inhaled?
What physical property of minerals is indicated by the term 'luster'?
What physical property of minerals is indicated by the term 'luster'?
In what way does distance from the Earth's surface relate to mineral density?
In what way does distance from the Earth's surface relate to mineral density?
What characteristic distinguishes covalently bonded minerals' hardness from ionically bonded minerals?
What characteristic distinguishes covalently bonded minerals' hardness from ionically bonded minerals?
What effect does a mineral's atomic weight have on its density?
What effect does a mineral's atomic weight have on its density?
What does the term 'streak' refer to in mineralogy?
What does the term 'streak' refer to in mineralogy?
Which characteristic of a rock is influenced by the kinds of minerals it contains?
Which characteristic of a rock is influenced by the kinds of minerals it contains?
What characteristic of schists is primarily due to the process of regional metamorphism?
What characteristic of schists is primarily due to the process of regional metamorphism?
Which minerals are specifically indicative of metamorphic processes rather than formed from igneous rocks?
Which minerals are specifically indicative of metamorphic processes rather than formed from igneous rocks?
During which tectonic process is regional metamorphism most likely to occur?
During which tectonic process is regional metamorphism most likely to occur?
The rock cycle is primarily driven by interactions between which two systems?
The rock cycle is primarily driven by interactions between which two systems?
What type of metamorphism occurs when high temperatures affect small areas near magmatic intrusions?
What type of metamorphism occurs when high temperatures affect small areas near magmatic intrusions?
What is the main mineral composition of marbles, which are metamorphosed limestones?
What is the main mineral composition of marbles, which are metamorphosed limestones?
Which stages of the rock cycle directly involve the uplift and weathering of rocks?
Which stages of the rock cycle directly involve the uplift and weathering of rocks?
When continents collide, which type of rocks are transformed into metamorphic rocks due to significant heat and pressure?
When continents collide, which type of rocks are transformed into metamorphic rocks due to significant heat and pressure?
What role does weathering play in the rock cycle after mountains have formed?
What role does weathering play in the rock cycle after mountains have formed?
Which process is responsible for the formation of magmas at subduction zones?
Which process is responsible for the formation of magmas at subduction zones?
What defines the texture typically observed in most contact metamorphic rocks?
What defines the texture typically observed in most contact metamorphic rocks?
What is an example of a high-pressure metamorphic condition?
What is an example of a high-pressure metamorphic condition?
Why do some rocks undergo metamorphism without going through melting?
Why do some rocks undergo metamorphism without going through melting?
Which event does not typically influence the rock cycle directly?
Which event does not typically influence the rock cycle directly?
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What is 'perfect cleavage'?
What is 'perfect cleavage'?
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Erosion
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What are minerals with 'good cleavage'?
What are minerals with 'good cleavage'?
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Siliciclastic Sediments
Siliciclastic Sediments
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What is 'fair cleavage'?
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Chemical and Biological Sediments
Chemical and Biological Sediments
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What is 'no cleavage'?
What is 'no cleavage'?
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Compaction
Compaction
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What is a framework silicate?
What is a framework silicate?
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Cementation
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What are sheet silicates?
What are sheet silicates?
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What are chain silicates?
What are chain silicates?
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Bedding
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What is packing density?
What is packing density?
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Regional Metamorphism
Regional Metamorphism
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Contact Metamorphism
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The Rock Cycle
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Silicate Minerals
Silicate Minerals
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Foliation
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High-Pressure Metamorphism
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Ultra-High-Pressure Metamorphism
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Silicates
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Metamorphic Minerals
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Marble
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Rifting
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Collision Zone
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Regional Metamorphism (in Collision Zones)
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Study Notes
Minerals
- Minerals are naturally occurring, solid, crystalline substances, usually inorganic, with a specific chemical composition.
- They are homogeneous and cannot be mechanically divided into smaller components.
- Naturally occurring: Minerals must be found in nature (e.g., mined diamonds). Synthetic versions are not minerals.
- Solid crystalline substance: Minerals are solid, not liquid or gaseous. Crystalline means their atoms are arranged in an ordered, repeating, 3D array. Amorphous substances (like glass) are not considered minerals.
- Usually inorganic: Minerals are not organic (made of organic carbon). Organic materials from decaying vegetation (e.g., coal) are not considered minerals, though some minerals can be secreted by organisms (e.g., calcite in shells).
- With a specific chemical composition: Each mineral has a unique chemical composition and atomic arrangement. This composition is either fixed (e.g., quartz) or varies within defined limits (e.g., olivine).
The Structure of Matter
- Atoms are the smallest units of an element that retain its properties.
- Atoms are composed of a nucleus (protons and neutrons) surrounded by electrons.
The Structure of Atoms
- Nucleus: Contains virtually all the atom's mass. Protons have a positive charge, and neutrons are electrically neutral.
- Electrons: Exist in a cloud around the nucleus. They have a negative charge and negligible mass. The number of protons equals the number of electrons per atom, resulting in an electrically neutral atom.
Atomic Number and Atomic Mass
- Atomic number: The number of protons in an atom's nucleus. It determines the element.
- Atomic mass: The sum of the masses of protons and neutrons in an atom. Isotopes of an element have the same atomic number, but different atomic masses (due to varying neutron count).
Chemical Reactions
- Chemical reactions involve interactions of elements in fixed proportions, creating chemical compounds.
- Properties of compounds differ from their constituent elements. Compounds form by either electron sharing (e.g., diamond) or electron transfer (e.g., table salt).
- Ions are electrically charged atoms (positive cations or negative anions) resulting from electron gain or loss.
Chemical Bonds
- Chemical bonds hold compounds together; strong bonds prevent decomposition. Two major types are ionic and covalent.
- Ionic bonds: Electrostatic attractions between oppositely charged ions (e.g., sodium chloride).
- Covalent bonds: Atoms share electrons (e.g., diamond). Strength varies depending on factors like size, weight, and arrangement of atoms.
- Metallic bonds: Atoms of metallic elements lose electrons, resulting in a type of covalent bond.
The Formation of Minerals
- Minerals form through crystallization, where atoms in a gas or liquid combine in specific ratios and arrangements.
- Crystallization shapes produce characteristic crystal faces depending on the strength and arrangement of bonds.
- Crystal size depends on rate of cooling and available space.
Atomic Structure of Minerals
- Minerals can be viewed as ordered 3D arrangements of atoms or as visible crystals.
- Cations of similar size and charge tend to substitute for each other in minerals, while anions generally occupy more space.
How Do Minerals Form?
- Crystallization can occur through cooling of a liquid below its melting point (e.g., magma, water).
- Crystallization also occurs through evaporation of a solution, causing minerals to precipitate out.
Classes of Rock-Forming Minerals
- Minerals are grouped into classes based on their defining anions (e.g., Silicates, Oxides, Sulfides, Carbonates).
- Silicates: The most abundant class, with a fundamental silicate ion (SiO44−). Structural variations (isolated, chained, sheet, framework) result in different minerals.
- Carbonates: Composed of carbonate ions (CO32−) and metallic cations (e.g., calcite).
- Oxides: Compounds containing oxygen bound to metallic cations (e.g., hematite, spinels).
- Sulfides: Compounds containing sulfide ions (S2−) and metallic cations (e.g., pyrite).
- Sulfates: Compounds containing sulfate ions (SO42−) and metallic cations (e.g., gypsum, anhydrite).
Physical Properties of Minerals
- Hardness: Measures how easily a mineral can be scratched (Mohs scale). Hardness depends on bond strength.
- Cleavage: Tendency to split along planar surfaces. Strong bonds correlate with poor cleavage, and weak bonds correlate with good cleavage.
- Fracture: Breaking along irregular surfaces. Types include conchoidal, splintery.
- Luster: The way a mineral's surface reflects light (e.g., metallic, vitreous, pearly).
- Color: Imparted by light reflection/transmission, not a reliable identifier. Trace elements can affect mineral color significantly.
- Streak: Color of a mineral's powder on a streak plate (e.g. hematite).
- Density (Specific Gravity): The weight of a mineral compared to an equal volume of water at a specified temperature.
What Are Rocks?
- Rocks are naturally occurring, solid aggregates of minerals or other solid materials.
- Rock characteristics (color, crystal size, mineral types) are determined by its mineralogy and texture (size and arrangement of grains).
- Three main types of rocks: igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic.
Igneous Rocks
- Form from cooled magma.
- Intrusive igneous rocks cool slowly, resulting in large crystals.
- Extrusive igneous rocks cool rapidly, resulting in small crystals.
- Common types include granite and basalt.
Sedimentary Rocks
- Formed from sediments weathered from other rocks.
- Sediments are transported and deposited in layers (bedding).
- Lithification converts sediments into solid rock via compaction (squeezing) and cementation (mineral precipitation).
- Types include sandstone, limestone.
Metamorphic Rocks
- Formed when pre-existing rocks undergo changes due to high heat and pressure.
- Regional metamorphism occurs over large areas, while contact metamorphism is focused around heat sources.
- Common types include gneiss, schist.
The Rock Cycle
- Rocks continuously change through the rock cycle, driven by plate tectonics and climate interactions.
- This cycle involves processes like melting, cooling, weathering, erosion, and deposition.
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This quiz covers the fundamental characteristics of minerals, including their natural occurrence, solid crystalline structure, inorganic nature, and unique chemical compositions. Test your knowledge about the defining properties that classify substances as minerals and understand the distinctions between minerals and other materials.
