MINERAL ID Lab

Mineral Properties
Streak- The color of a mineral when its rubbed agaisnt a streak plate.
Luster- The surface of the mineral, it can be metallic, which looks like metal. or non metallic.
Hardness- How hard the mineral is
Cleavage & Fracture- the way the mineral breaks, either in straight lines, or uneven. 

Video

Reflection

1. What did you enjoy most about this project and why?
I enjoy using the different tools on the minerals and record the data because it was hands on, I tested the minerals. I found that interesting.

2. What was most challenging for you during this project and why?
Making a guess of what mineral is it just by looking at it.

3. What new skills did you learn from doing this project?
I learned how to use data and come up with an correct final answer. Also using tools to help me find the correct answer.
4. Is there anything that you could have done to improve any of your work? Explain
I think this project was well planned and quick, I would improve anything on my behalf.