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waynest

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The more oxygen ions that are shared in silicate minerals, the higher the oxygen-to-silicon ratio.
 
  Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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Color is a reliable identification technique for minerals.
 
  Indicate whether this statement is true or false.



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: TRUE

Answer to Question 2

Answer: FALSE



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