Minerals are naturally occurring substances, with a definite chemical composition and ordered internal structure that is found beneath the earth’s surface. Below is an 8th-grade honors quiz over mineral characteristics and identification in the format of multiple choice and extended response. Give it a try and see what you understand about the minerals around us. Share how high your score is in the comment section!
Shiny
Glassy
Dull
Hexagonal
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Hardness
Luster
Streak
Scratch
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Luster
Hardness
Color
Reaction to acid
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Color
Luster
Streak
Magnetism
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Halite
Magnetite
Calcite
Quartz
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Color
Chemical composition
Size
Shape
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Radioactivity
Magnetism
Fluorescence
Taste
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