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There are numerous silicate minerals present in Mohs hardness scale. Some examples include quartz (hardness of 7), feldspar (hardness of 6), and amphibole (hardness varies based on composition). Each of these minerals falls at different points on the scale, indicating their relative hardness compared to other minerals.
Granite is not assigned a number on the Mohs scale of hardness. The Mohs scale is a measurement of the relative hardness of minerals. Because granite is a rock composed of a variety of minerals, only the individual minerals which compose it have a Mohs hardness.
The Mohs Scale of Hardness determines the hardness of minerals by scratching them with commonly found objects. The minerals are assigned a number which corresponds to their hardness; higher numbers indicate higher hardness.
The Mohs scale is used to determine the relative hardness of minerals.
The hardness of MINERALS.
Relative hardness is the property of minerals that uses the Mohs scale for classification.
Aluminum Oxide is roughly 8.5 - 9.0 on the hardness scale.
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The individual minerals in the Amphibole group are between 5-6 on the Mohs scale.
Yes, 7 on the Mohs hardness scale is considered strong. It indicates that the mineral can scratch minerals with a lower number but can be scratched by minerals with a higher number. Minerals like quartz and topaz have a hardness of 7 on the Mohs scale.