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8 Cards in this Set
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Density
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Mass/ Volume
Ratio Of Mass To Volume Usually Gram Per Cubic Centimeters |
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Crystal Form
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The External Appearance Of A Mineral As Determined By It's Internal Arrangement Of Atoms
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Hardness
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The Resistance A Mineral Offers To Scratching
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Cleavage
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The Tendency Of A Mineral To Break Along Planes Of Weak Bonding
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Fracture
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Any Break or Rupture in Along Which No Appreciable Movement Has Taken Place
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Mohs Scale
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A Series Of 10 Minerals Used As A Standard In Determining Hardness
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Luster
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The Appearance Or Quality Of Light Reflected From The Surface Of A Mineral.
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Streak
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The Color Of A Mineral In Powered Form
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