Studied by 3 peoplemineral
A(n) ________ is a naturally occurring, inorganic substance which includes a crystalline substance and a chemical composition.
inorganic substance
A rock is a naturally occurring, ________ comprised of many different minerals and other organic debris.
igneous rock
A(n) ________ is usually quite hard an solid, as all ________ have interlocking crystals.
Rocks
________ are classified by how they are formed.
Mohs Hardness Scale
The ________ indicates how prone a mineral or rock is to scratching.
Rocks
________ can be classified into 3 different groups based on how they are formed.
Colour
What ray of light shines onto the substance
Weight
How heavy is the object
Transparency
Is the object see through
Density
How compact are the substances particles
Hardness
Can this object get scratched or cut through by another object
Lustre
What type of shine is on the mineral
Streak
When scratched an object, wat colour powder does the mineral leave off
Granite
Granite is an intrusive igneous rock which is well known because of its salt and pepper colour
Diorite
Diorite is a form of granite and looks very similar to it
Pumice
Pumice is an extrusive igneous rock that is most known for its porous texture
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