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Why do field geologist usually carry a small plate of unglazed porcelain what is it used to test?
it is used to test streak, for rocks and minerals
What does the flame test give off to identify a substance?
The color of the flame test is specific for some metals. See the link below.
Does a geologist test water in Antarctica?
yes to see how cold it is
Why did geologists come up with so many ways to identify mineral?
Being able to identify minerals is like being able to identify diamonds from quartz--The person that makes the right choice is rewarded financially. Correct information is the kingpin of mining.
What type of test is the western blot test?
Western Blots used to diagnose HIV infection detect antibody to a range of HIV proteins. Instead of giving just one answer, they show "positive" or "negative" for each protein on the western blot strip. This makes them very specific for HIV.
Why do field geologist usually carry a small plate of unglazed porcelain what is it used to test?
it is used to test streak, for rocks and minerals
What test do mineralogist use to identify minerals?
streak test, hardness test, scratch test, color test
How do classify minerals according to their hardness geoogist use what?
Geologist perform a hardness test using their fingernail, a penny, and a paper clip.
How can an unglazed porcelain tile be used to identify a mineral?
You identify minerals through a streak test. This involves taking the tile and the mineral to be identified and rubbing them together. This produces a colored streak on the tile, which can be used to identify the mineral. Consult a field guide for specific colors.
What test is most reliable for identifying pyrite and gold?
Mineralogists often use the physical properties of minerals to identify them. The most reliable test in order to identify a mineral is the test for hardness.
Why is streak an important physical property of minerals?
A streak test is used to determine a minerals streak color. This can help in the identification of minerals.
What is the name of the test that is used to identify specific irritants or allergens that cause contact dermatitis?
Patch Test
Why can't the streak test be used to identify all minerals?
Because some minerals dont have a streak, or may share a streak colour with another mineral.
What test is used to identify a minerals color?
A streak test is used to determine a minerals streak color. This can help in with the identification of minerals. A streak test is performed by rubbing the mineral on an unglazed ceraminc tile, then observing the color of the streak which is left behind. All minerals do not leave streaks. Harder minerals will not streak, but this can also be used as a tool for identifying the mineral, if you are familiar with the hardness scale.
The streak test that is used to identify minerals involves studying the -?
color of the powdered form of the mineral
What does the flame test give off to identify a substance?
The color of the flame test is specific for some metals. See the link below.
Who do you contact to test land for natural resources?
A geologist
