Properties of Minerals — Unit test Answers

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3

Long-term mineral extraction has no lasting consequences.

A
T
B
F
4

Which of the following is not a possible consequence of surface mining?

A
increased pollution
B
improved ecosystem health
C
destruction of flora and fauna
D
erosion of soil
8

Humans have used rocks in the creation of tools and building materials.

A
T
B
F
9

Which type of mining is likely the least harmful to the environment?

A
surface mining
B
placer mining
C
subsurface mining
D
none of the above
10

Which of the following is an example of a nonmetallic mineral?

A
sulfur
B
lead
C
aluminum
D
gold
11

Use the diagram to answer each question.

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13

Identify the property of magma that causes it to be forced upward towards Earth’s surface.

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14

Use the diagram to answer each question.Mohs Hardness ScaleMineralHardnessTalc1Gypsum2Calcite3Fluorite4Apatite5Feldspar6Quartz7Topaz8Corundum9Diamond10

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15

Identify each statement as true or false. Rewrite false statements to make them correct.

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