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What does luster tell us about a rock?
What does luster tell us about a rock?
- How easy it is to scratch
- How it's formed inside the Earth
- How shiny it is (correct)
- How hard it is
Which type of luster is exhibited by rocks like aluminum and diamond?
Which type of luster is exhibited by rocks like aluminum and diamond?
- Metallic luster (correct)
- Dull luster
- Waxy luster
- Transparent luster
What does the Mohs hardness scale rank rocks based on?
What does the Mohs hardness scale rank rocks based on?
- Their shininess
- How they're formed inside the Earth
- How hard they are (correct)
- Their color
Which rock is described as adamantine due to its luster?
Which rock is described as adamantine due to its luster?
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How can you determine if a rock is harder than another rock?
How can you determine if a rock is harder than another rock?
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