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Streak test because minerals can vary in color, size and shape but their streak color will always be the same for that specific mineral. Calcite comes in many shapes and colors, but its streak is always white.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agoStreak because it allows you to see more of the mineral(as in the inside), and the least useful way to identify a mineral is by color. This is because color can vary in each form of the mineral.
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∙ 9y agoThe very first thing you want to categorize when identifying a mineral is luster. This is the way a mineral reflects light. The three main types of luster are metallic, glassy, and dull.
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∙ 13y agoCleavage, fracture, color, hardness, streak and luster.
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∙ 9y agoThe first thing you look for when identifying minerals is what the minerals look like. This is a big help in determining what type of mineral it is.
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∙ 11y agothey never but never look at the color. so they put a black light on it so if it shines there get closer to know if it is a mineral. also if it has radio activity. :)
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∙ 6y agoluster
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What the worst way to identify a mineral?
The worst way to identify a mineral is by tasting it. When you are classifying a mineral by tasting it doesn't do much. So taste is the worst way to identify a mineral.
Least accurate way to identify a mineral?
the least accurate way to identify a mineral
What is the least accurate way to identify a mineral?
The observable color is the least dependable method of mineral identification.
Is the most reliable way to identify a mineral by using a combination of test?
what is the most reliable way to identify a mineral?
True or false color is the best way to identify a mineral?
FALSE!! You identify the mineral by its streak because the color can change and its appearance can also change when in contact with or interacted with water air or other impurities!
What the worst way to identify a mineral?
The worst way to identify a mineral is by tasting it. When you are classifying a mineral by tasting it doesn't do much. So taste is the worst way to identify a mineral.
Why is color the best way to identify a mineral?
Color alone is not the best way to identify a mineral because many minerals have the same color or more than one color. Mineral color can be highly variable and it can change depending on surroundings.
Why color is not the best way to identify a mineral?
Color alone is not the best way to identify a mineral because many minerals have the same color or more than one color. Mineral color can be highly variable and it can change depending on surroundings.
Least accurate way to identify a mineral?
the least accurate way to identify a mineral
What is the least accurate way to identify a mineral?
The observable color is the least dependable method of mineral identification.
Is the most reliable way to identify a mineral by using a combination of test?
what is the most reliable way to identify a mineral?
True or false color is the best way to identify a mineral?
FALSE!! You identify the mineral by its streak because the color can change and its appearance can also change when in contact with or interacted with water air or other impurities!
What is the best was to identify a mineral?
you streak it on the ground
Is color a good way to identify a mineral?
yes
Why is size or masss a bad way to identify a mineral?
These are not specific tests.
What is the least accurate way to identify a mineral in one name?
color
What is the least accurate way to identify a mineral by a word?
color im honest
