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Rock-Solid Surprises

By Science

Crack open the surprising science of rocks, minerals, and gems—from everyday salt to sparkling stones.

Rock-Solid Surprises

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  1. In mineral identification, what does a mineral’s “streak” mean?
  2. Which mineral group is known for splitting into very thin sheets?
  3. Green emerald and blue aquamarine belong to which mineral family?

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