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True false hardness is determined by how easily a mineral can be scratched?
True, hardness is determined by how easily a mineral can be scratched. The Mohs scale is commonly used to measure hardness, with higher numbers indicating greater hardness.
A mineral that does not split apart evenly has the property of fracture?
Correct. Minerals that do not split apart evenly, like quartz or obsidian, exhibit fracture instead of cleavage. Fracture can be described as uneven, conchoidal, splintery, or fibrous, depending on how the mineral breaks.
Is it true of false that determining boiling point is not a great way to identify a mineral?
True. Boiling point is not a reliable characteristic for identifying minerals because many minerals have overlapping boiling points. Other properties like hardness, cleavage, and color are more effective for mineral identification.
One way to help identify a mineral is to rub it against a piece of porcelain tile this procedure tests what?
The test described is called a streak test, and indicates the true color of a mineral as observed in a powdered form.
Why is coal not a true mineral?
Coal is not considered a mineral because it is organic in nature, formed from the remains of plants. Unlike minerals, which are inorganic and have a crystalline structure, coal does not have a consistent chemical composition or crystal structure. This distinction classifies coal as a sedimentary rock rather than a mineral.
A mineral can not be?
That is not true. Mineral EXIST therefore they "are".
What is the powdered form of the mineral?
The powder indicates the true color of the mineral and is an aid in mineral identification. That can also be called a streak.
The true color of a mineral is called?
The color of the powdered form of a mineral is called
Why is a rock a mineral?
This is true by definition.
Is the following question true or false a mineral can scratch any mineral harder than itself?
True. In general, a mineral can scratch any mineral that is softer than itself according to Mohs Scale of Mineral Hardness. This means that a mineral with a higher number on the scale can scratch a mineral with a lower number.
Is luster considered the true color of a mineral?
No, luster refers to the way light interacts with the surface of a mineral, like metallic or non-metallic. The true color of a mineral is determined by its inherent chemical composition.
Is coal a true mineral?
No, it is not because it is organic.
If your deficient in a certain mineral can you taste it?
It is true that if you are deficient in a certain mineral you may have an enhanced ability to taste that mineral, and it will taste good.
Is density a given mineral that can have varying densities?
Not exactly sure what you mean...do you mean "true or false: a given mineral can have varying densities?" If you do mean that, than the answer is true.
What is is a mineral true Color?
A mineral's true color refers to its inherent hue when it is in its purest form, free from impurities or alterations that can affect its appearance. This color can be observed in its powdered form, often determined through a process called streak testing, where the mineral is scraped across a porcelain plate. True color can differ from the mineral's external appearance due to factors like oxidation, weathering, or the presence of other minerals. Understanding true color is essential for mineral identification and classification.
Is sodium chloride a mineral salt?
Yes, it is true.
Is it true that the simplest kind of substance in nature is a mineral?
no
