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Minerals

Question 16 • WCA 4130 Earth and Space Science 1st Quarter 26-27

Which are considered two of the special properties that are used to identify certain minerals?

Answer
A
hardness and luster
B
magnetism and fluorescence
C
streak and color
D
cleavage and fracture

Explanation

Magnetism and fluorescence are special properties used to help identify certain minerals. Hardness, luster, streak, color, cleavage, and fracture are common mineral properties, but they are not usually classified as special properties.

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