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I. Five Properties of a Mineral
Setting Up Lecture Notes (Pause and Copy - Make sure to leave space/room for scaffolding.)
5 Properties of Minerals
1. Naturally Occurring
2. Inorganic
3. Solid
4. Crystal Structure
5. Definite Chemical Composition
II. Nine Identifying Properties of a Mineral
1. Color
2. Streak |
3. Luster |
4. Density |
5. Hardness (Scratch Test) |
6. Crystal System |
7. Cleavage |
8. Fracture |
9. Special Properties |