Exam (elaborations) Part 1 of 2 - Rock Forming Minerals (SCIN138)

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Question 1 of 25
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The periodic table provides a lot of information. Which of the following is NOT provided by the
periodic table?

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A. element name

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CORRECT B. atomic mass

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C. isotope number




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Question 2 of 25
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Which element comprises about 27% of the crust?

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A. carbonates

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B. oxygen

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CORRECT C. silicon




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Elements Question 3 of 25
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The tendency of a mineral to break along certain planes to make smooth surfaces is called what?

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A. luster

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B. fracture

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C. cleavage




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Question 4 of 25
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Which of the following techniques is the MOST diagnostic or reliable?

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