____________ is a mineral property defined by the density of the mineral sample divided by the density of water (e.g., 1g/ ).
A) Color
B) Specific gravity
C) Luster
D) Streak

Question

____________ is a mineral property defined by the density of the mineral sample divided by the density of water (e.g., 1g/  ).
A) Color 
B) Specific gravity 
C) Luster 
D) Streak

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Specific gravity is defined as the density of a mineral sample divided by the density of water. It is a unique property for each mineral and can help identify unknown minerals. The other options (color, luster, streak) are also mineral properties, but they do not involve comparing the density of the mineral to the density of water.

____________ Is a Mineral Property Defined by the Density of the Mineral