Minerals Study Guide
1. What are the four characteristics that ALL minerals have?
2. Compare/Contrast: Element vs. Compound
3. What are minerals called when they are made of only one type of element?
4. How many minerals make up 95% of Earth’s rocks?
5. Explain and provide examples for the following physical properties of minerals:
a. Luster
b. Color
c. Streak
d. Hardness
e. Magnetism
f. Crystal Form
g. Cleavage/Fracture
6. What is the relationship: Cooling Time vs Crystal Size
7. Order the following from largest to smallest (structurally):
Atom, Rock, Mineral, Compound, Element
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8. NV Mining Map
a. What minerals are mined in NV?
b. Where are majority of minerals found in NV?
9. What is the most common mineral on Earth?
10. What tools are necessary for each of the following mineral tests? Explain how to do each
test.
a. Hardness Test
b. Magnetism
c. Streak Test
11. Approximately how many minerals have been discovered on Earth?
12. Are majority of minerals made of elements or compounds? Explain your answer.
Remember to review all notes, In/Out questions, as well as any worksheets and activities done in
class!
If you finish early, create flashcards to review, quiz your neighbor, or review on your own.
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