Author Question: Identify the physical mineral property described. The fine-grained nature of the powdery residue ... (Read 97 times)

magmichele12 · **on:** Jul 16, 2018

Identify the physical mineral property described. The fine-grained nature of the powdery residue results in a more reliable observed color.

A) cleavage
B) luster
C) streak
D) color

Question 2

Comparing the characteristics of two minerals, a student stated, These two minerals are identical because they are both transparent and are six sided. Critique this statement.

A) This statement is true.
B) This statement is probably true, but the chemical composition would need to be known.
C) There are different types of six-sided crystals, so there is not enough information to say they are identical.
D) This statement is false.