How does a mineral break into smooth pieces when a tool is used to break it
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A mineral can have varying numbers of cleavage planes, areas
where there exists an inclination to cleave when struck or force is
applied.. Most mineral crystals exhibit a preferred cleavage in
certain directions, but may have cleavage planes in other
directions.
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What does the acid test tell you about a mineral
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The acid test tells you whether it is a carbonate or not.
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Which of the following is NOT a sedimentary structure Ripple marks Magma emplacement Mud cracks or Cross beds
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Magma emplacements or Batholith are not sedimentary
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The most common mineral group contains what kind of minerals
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The most common mineral group contains silicates.
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Is diorite a coarse grained rock
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Diorite is a medium grained rock.
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What mineral breaks into small sheets
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Mica.
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The type of weathering caused by physical means is what type of weathering
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it is physical weathering. it is also called mechanical
weathering
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Is a type of weathering caused by chemical reaction with water
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Solution weathering
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Why is the color of mineral not a reliable test test for the identity of the mineral
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Because many different minerals may look the same, Like quartz
and diamond, they are the same color, clear, but are very different
minerals.
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Is the following is an intrusive igneous body Pyroclast Lava Flow Lahar Batholith
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Batholith is an intrusive igneous body.
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How can you control and prevent soil erosion
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plant more trees this is a best way to avoid soil erosion
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Which of he following is a characteristic of al minerals apex
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Inorganic Apex
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Which is required for karst topography to form
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Limestone
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How does a mineral break into smooth pieces when a tool is used to break it
A mineral can have varying numbers of cleavage planes, areas
where there exists an inclination to cleave when struck or force is
applied.. Most mineral crystals exhibit a preferred cleavage in
certain directions, but may have cleavage planes in other
directions.
What does the acid test tell you about a mineral
The acid test tells you whether it is a carbonate or not.
Which of the following is NOT a sedimentary structure Ripple marks Magma emplacement Mud cracks or Cross beds
Magma emplacements or Batholith are not sedimentary
structures.
The most common mineral group contains what kind of minerals
The most common mineral group contains silicates.
Is diorite a coarse grained rock
Diorite is a medium grained rock.
What mineral breaks into small sheets
Mica.
The type of weathering caused by physical means is what type of weathering
it is physical weathering. it is also called mechanical
weathering
Is a type of weathering caused by chemical reaction with water
Solution weathering
Why is the color of mineral not a reliable test test for the identity of the mineral
Because many different minerals may look the same, Like quartz
and diamond, they are the same color, clear, but are very different
minerals.
Is the following is an intrusive igneous body Pyroclast Lava Flow Lahar Batholith
Batholith is an intrusive igneous body.
How can you control and prevent soil erosion
plant more trees this is a best way to avoid soil erosion
Which of he following is a characteristic of al minerals apex