A mineral's hardness is dependent on the
A)strength of its chemical bonds.
B)mineral ionization.
C)size of its atoms,large atoms are harder than small atoms.
D)geometric arrangement of atoms.

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Hardness is a measure of a mineral's resistance to scratching or abrasion. It is determined by the strength of the chemical bonds holding the mineral's atoms together. Generally, the stronger the bonds, the harder the mineral.

A Mineral's Hardness Is Dependent on the