A measure of the ability of a mineral to resist scratching

The color of the powder of a mineral

When we tested minerals in class, we used a nail, a penny, and our fingernail to test the ___________________ of the mineral

The _______________________ of a mineral can be metallic or nonmetallic.

When testing the ________________________of a mineral, we can use the white or black plate and look at the color of the powder the mineral left behind.

The scale that measures the hardness of a mineral

Scientists use mineral ________________ to identify and classify minerals.

Which one is not a property used to identify minerals?

Gold, silver and copper are examples of minerals that have ______________________ luster.

Which of the following minerals is one of the hardest minerals?