Minerals Ch. Test Review
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stacy_little on October 17, 2011
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Terms | Definitions |
|---|---|
 They are inorganic solids, that occur naturally. | Things that are true about minerals. |
| By the arrangement of the atoms within the mineral | What determines the shape of a crystal? |
| silicates | Which mineral group has Si and O atoms in its crystal structure? |
| streak | What are you testing when the mineral leaves a colored mark on a plate? |
| in a repeating pattern | A crystal forms when atoms join |
| metallic | Aluminum is a __________ ore. |
| hardness | Which properties of a mineral would make it useful in sandpaper? |
| abrasives | Diamonds are used as gemstones and ___________ in industries. |
| cleavage | A mineral that breaks along even surfaces has _______________. |
| density | Its _______ is equal to its mass divided by its volume. |
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