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Which of the following conditions must a substance satisfy in order to be considered a mineral?
Which of the following conditions must a substance satisfy in order to be considered a mineral?
- Amorphous structure, synthetic, variable chemical composition, irregular arrangement of molecules
- Smooth texture, organic, indefinite chemical composition, irregular arrangement of atoms
- Crystalline structure, natural and inorganic, definite chemical composition, regular arrangement of atoms (correct)
- Rough texture, natural and organic, definite chemical structure, regular arrangement of molecules
What are some of the physical properties used to identify minerals?
What are some of the physical properties used to identify minerals?
- Taste and smell
- Transparency and flexibility
- Luster, hardness, color, and streak (correct)
- Weight and volume
Which mineral is known for its perfect basal cleavage and is used in cosmetics and manufacturing?
Which mineral is known for its perfect basal cleavage and is used in cosmetics and manufacturing?
- Hematite
- Pyrite
- Mica (correct)
- Galena
What is the common use of calcite, a mineral mentioned in the report?
What is the common use of calcite, a mineral mentioned in the report?
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Which of the following is a condition that minerals must satisfy?
Which of the following is a condition that minerals must satisfy?
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