Examining Minerals and Rocks
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
milky quartz
1. COLOR
amethyst
agate
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
waxy
dull
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