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Mineral
Identification by Picture and Attribute
Explorers! Before you begin your journey, you need to recognize these geological specimens. |
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Begin by selecting one of the specimens pictured. |
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Inosilicates, Neosilicates, Sorosilicates |
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Oxides, Hydroxides, Carbonates |
Silicates |
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Name: Halite |
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Class: HALIDES |
Color
clear |
Chemical Formula: NaCl |
Streak
white |
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Luster
glassy |
Hardness
2.5 |
Cleavage
3 directions at 90° |
Density
2.1 - 2.6 |
Crystal Form
Cubic |
Common Uses / Other Facts: Better known as rock salt. Just taste it! |
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Sulfides and Sulfates |
Halides |
Organic |
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