Examining Minerals and Rocks - Lamont–Doherty Earth ...
Examining Minerals and Rocks
What is a mineral?
A mineral is homogenous, naturally occurring substance formed through geological processes that has a characteristic chemical composition, a highly ordered atomic structure and specific physical properties.
Physical properties
citrine
rose quartz
prasiolite 1. COLOR
agate
milky quartz amethyst
smoky quartz
jasper
Physical properties
The color of a mineral when it is powdered is called the streak of the mineral.
Physical properties
metallic
adamantine
glassy The luster of a mineral is the way its surface reflects light.
pearly
dull
waxy
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