Minerals in Geology

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What are the five conditions that a substance must satisfy in order to be a mineral?

  • Crystalline Solids, Natural and Organic, Variable Chemical Composition, Physical Properties, Regular arrangement of atoms and molecules
  • Amorphous Solids, Natural and Inorganic, Definite Chemical Composition, Physical Properties, Regular arrangement of atoms and molecules
  • Amorphous Solids, Synthetic and Organic, Variable Chemical Composition, Chemical Properties, Random arrangement of atoms and molecules
  • Crystalline Solids, Natural and Inorganic, Definite Chemical Composition, Physical Properties, Regular arrangement of atoms and molecules (correct)

What are the physical properties used to identify minerals?

  • Luster, Hardness, Color and Streak, Cleavage, Fracture, Magnetism (correct)
  • Transparency, Conductivity, Ductility, Malleability, Brittleness
  • Density, Viscosity, Elasticity, Surface Tension, Refractive Index
  • Acidity, Alkalinity, Solubility, Corrosiveness, Reactivity

Which mineral is known for its use in talcum powder and as a lubricant?

  • Calcite
  • Talc (correct)
  • Hematite
  • Galena

What type of mineral is known for its metallic luster and is a source of lead?

<p>Galena (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of mineral has a flaky texture and is commonly used in pencil lead and as a lubricant?

<p>Graphite (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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