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density
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the amount of matter in a given space; the mass per unit volume
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mineral
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a naturally occuring, inorganic solid that has definite chemical composition and crystal shape
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crystal
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a solid in which the atoms or molecules are arranged in a definite pattern that is repeated over and over
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fracture
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break or crack; jagged
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cleavage
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the tendency of a mineral to break along smooth, definite surfaces
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hardness
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the ability of a mineral to resist being scratched
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luster
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the way a mineral reflects light from its surface
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