Minerals

Welcome to the Wonderful World of Minerals!

__Mineral Test: __ One Class Period, True/False, Matching, Short Answer What to review:
 * Notes
 * Chapter 5
 * MIneral Packet
 * Crossword
 * Mineral Uses
 * Mineral Lab
 * __**ANY THING COVERED IN CLASS or HOMEWORK is FAIR Game! **__

What is a Mineral? [|8_minerals.ppt]- Note about this Powerpoint: It is much more detailed than you are expected to know. Therefore you should use it as a reference but it should not be used in excess or to cause panic. Any Questions just ASk!

How are Minerals formed? - Magma -Evaporation

Five Characteristics of MInerals: 1. Solid 2. Inorganic 3. Crystal Structure 4. Chemical Composition 5. Formed Naturally

Seven Properties used to Identify Minerals 1. Color 2. Luster -Metallic or Non Metallic 3. Streak 4. Cleavage or Fracture 5. Hardness -Moh's Hardness Scale 6. Density 7. Special Properties!