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Which of the following best describes the tenacity of halite, calcite, and fluorite?
Which of the following best describes the tenacity of halite, calcite, and fluorite?
- Elastic
- Brittle (correct)
- Sectile
- Malleable
Which of the following minerals can be easily hammered into different forms?
Which of the following minerals can be easily hammered into different forms?
- Talc
- Copper (correct)
- Calcite
- Gypsum
Which of the following minerals can be cut into thin sheets or sections?
Which of the following minerals can be cut into thin sheets or sections?
- Fluorite
- Talc
- Gypsum (correct)
- Halite
Which mineral is described as elastic, meaning it reforms its original shape after a stress is released?
Which mineral is described as elastic, meaning it reforms its original shape after a stress is released?
Which of the following is NOT a property used to measure mineral strength?
Which of the following is NOT a property used to measure mineral strength?
What is the reason given for why a carbide-tipped blade can cut through steel without dulling?
What is the reason given for why a carbide-tipped blade can cut through steel without dulling?
Which of the following statements about mica is FALSE?
Which of the following statements about mica is FALSE?
What is the primary purpose of the Mohs Hardness Scale?
What is the primary purpose of the Mohs Hardness Scale?
Which of the following statements about the Mohs Hardness Scale is true?
Which of the following statements about the Mohs Hardness Scale is true?
What is the primary reason for using carbide-tipped blades in construction materials?
What is the primary reason for using carbide-tipped blades in construction materials?
Which mineral property describes the tendency of a mineral to break along flat planes of weak bonding?
Which mineral property describes the tendency of a mineral to break along flat planes of weak bonding?
Why is mica used to make durable washers?
Why is mica used to make durable washers?
Which of the following minerals exhibits an earthy fracture?
Which of the following minerals exhibits an earthy fracture?
What type of fracture does quartz exhibit?
What type of fracture does quartz exhibit?
Which of the following statements about cleavage and fracture is true?
Which of the following statements about cleavage and fracture is true?
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