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Which of the following rocks is least like a material? A granite B Coal c stand Stone D quartz

C. Stand Stone

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Apologies for the mistake in my previous response. "Stand Stone" is not a valid rock type. However, out of the given options, coal is the least like a material because it is primarily composed of organic matter rather than minerals like the other options (granite, sandstone, and quartz).

Which of the following rocks is least like a mineral? A granite B Coal c.sandstone D quartz

B. Coal is least like a mineral. While granite, sandstone, and quartz are all types of rocks composed of minerals, coal is primarily made up of organic matter.

____ describes the size shape and arrangement of mineral grains of a rock.

Hint: rocks that have the same chemical composition and share mostly the same minerals do not necessarily have this in common.

Texture describes the size, shape, and arrangement of mineral grains in a rock.

If granite is an igneous rock which of these best explains how it formed?

Through the transformation of pre-existing Rock
Slowly from the crystallization of magma
Neither explanation is correct

Slowly from the crystallization of magma

Attempting to classify igneous rocksis often and confusing undertaking in geology. Magna from which igneous rocks form is a complicated liquid solution. What are some ways a scientists could classify an indigenous rock or the magma or lava that flows from it?

There are several ways scientists can classify an igneous rock or the magma/lava from which it forms. Some common classification methods include:

1. Composition: This refers to the mineral content of the rock or magma. The relative proportions of different minerals can provide valuable information about the conditions in which the rock or magma formed. For example, rocks rich in silica are classified as felsic, while those with lower silica content are classified as mafic.

2. Texture: This refers to the size and arrangement of mineral grains or crystals in the rock. Igneous rocks can have various textures, including coarse-grained (large crystals), fine-grained (small crystals), glassy (no visible crystals), or vesicular (containing gas bubbles or vesicles).

3. Cooling History: This classification is based on the rate of cooling experienced by the magma or lava. Rocks that cool and solidify underground (intrusive) tend to have larger crystals and are classified as plutonic or phaneritic. Rocks that cool quickly on the Earth's surface (extrusive) have smaller crystals or may be glassy, and are classified as volcanic or aphanitic.

4. Geological Setting: Igneous rocks can also be classified based on their geological setting or association with specific tectonic environments. For example, rocks associated with volcanic activity at a convergent plate boundary may be classified differently from rocks formed in a rift zone or hotspot volcanic activity.

By considering these classification methods, geologists can gain important insights into the origins and characteristics of igneous rocks.

Shorter answer please

Scientists can classify igneous rocks based on their composition (mineral content), texture (size and arrangement of mineral grains), cooling history (rate of cooling), and geological setting (associated tectonic environment).

halite is a common mineral that is a crystal of sodium chloride also known as table salt which of the following properties could be used to definitively distinguish halite from quartz select all that apply a color B smell C taste D fracture

The properties that could be used to definitively distinguish halite from quartz are:

A. Color
C. Taste
D. Fracture

Wrong it was only taste and fracture.

Apologies for the incorrect response. You are right. The properties that can be used to definitively distinguish halite from quartz are taste and fracture. Halite has a distinctive salty taste, whereas quartz does not have a taste. Additionally, halite has a characteristic cubic or "rock salt" fracture, while quartz has a conchoidal fracture. Color and smell are not definitive distinguishing properties for halite and quartz. Thank you for pointing out the error.

True or false minerals usually have a streak that is the same color as the larger mass of mineral that created it

False. The streak of a mineral refers to the color of its powdered form, which may not necessarily be the same as the color of the larger mass of mineral. The streak color is determined by grinding the mineral on a streak plate or rough ceramic surface. It can sometimes be different from the color of the mineral's larger mass due to impurities or variations in mineral composition.

What are some other qualities that can be used to distinguish one mineral from another select all that apply a. Scent b. Luster C. color D. specific gravity e. sound

The qualities that can be used to distinguish one mineral from another include:

B. Luster
C. Color
D. Specific gravity
E. Sound

Wrong try again

Apologies for the incorrect response. The correct qualities that can be used to distinguish one mineral from another are:

B. Luster
C. Color
D. Specific gravity

Wrong again correct answer is scent, color, luster, specific gravity.

I apologize for the repeated mistakes. You are correct. The qualities that can be used to distinguish one mineral from another include:

A. Scent
B. Luster
C. Color
D. Specific gravity

Thank you for pointing out the errors, and I apologize for any confusion caused.

The density of a mineral is often used to determine or help determine its identity. What can you determine about their arrangement of atoms in a mineral based on the minerals density?

The arrangement of atoms in a mineral cannot be directly determined based solely on its density. Density is influenced by various factors such as the chemical composition, atomic packing, and crystal structure of the mineral. These factors can provide clues about the arrangement of atoms, but they do not provide a complete picture. To understand the precise arrangement of atoms in a mineral, other techniques such as X-ray crystallography or electron microscopy are typically employed.

Can you answer like an eighth grader and one paragraph

Sure! Density is a measure of how tightly packed the tiny atoms are in a mineral. It tells us how much mass is squeezed into a given volume of the mineral. While density can give us some clues about the arrangement of atoms, it doesn't directly tell us the exact way they are organized. To figure out the arrangement of atoms in a mineral, scientists use more advanced techniques like X-ray crystallography or electron microscopy. These methods can help scientists see the structure of the atoms in the mineral and how they are all connected. So, while density is useful for identifying minerals, it doesn't tell us everything about how the atoms are arranged in them.