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In classifying rocks, there are many properties that can be useful. In my opinion, either color or texture is most useful in classifying a rock or mineral.
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Which property did Mendeleev primarily use to classify the element?
to classify the elements mendeleev arranged the elements in increasing order of their atomic mass
What characteristics do you think scientist use to classify rocks?
wether it is silicate or not and they use texture and composition
What are some observable properties of rocks?
by using a method which is "king Phillip came over from great Spain" this means "kingdom phylum class order family genus species"
How do geologists classify igneous rock?
Geologists classify rocks by where they are formed; above ground or under ground
Do scientists classify rocks by their color?
yes,either felsic if light coloured or mafic if dark cloured.we classify rocks like that especially igneous rocks but COLOR IS NEVER USED TO IDENTIFY ANY ROCK.only classification.
Is color a good property to classify rocks?
It depends
What refers to the size of the crystals evident in the rock and is the property you use to classify igneous rocks is?
intrusive and extrusive
What are the characteristics Scientists use to classify rocks?
they classify the rocks by their texture and compisition
What feature is not a property that scientists use to classify minerals in rocks?
* the price of rice in China * the success of the Republican Party in the polls.
What is the chemical property used to classify igneous rocks?
youre mom
How do geologists classify rock?
Geologists classify rocks into three groups. The first group are igneous rocks, the second are metamorphic rocks and the third are sedimentary rocks.
What property do you use to classify materials into three states?
Bandgap
Which property did Mendeleev primarily use to classify the element?
to classify the elements mendeleev arranged the elements in increasing order of their atomic mass
What characteristics do you think scientist use to classify rocks?
wether it is silicate or not and they use texture and composition
What property did you use to classify a celestial body as a star?
Stars shine...they produce light. ght
How do geologists classify metamorphic rock?
Geologists classify metamorphic rocks by the arrangements of the grains that make up the rocks.
How do geologists use the column?
Geologists use the geologic column to classify layers of rocks and fossils that make up the Earth's crust.
