SCIENCE
EARTH SCIENCE
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Question
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Which of the following refers to ability of minerals to reflect light on its surface?
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Streak
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Luster
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Fluorescence
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Color
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Luster. Luster is how a mineral reflects light. The terms metallic and nonmetallic describe the basic types of luster.
Detailed explanation-2: -3.4. 1 Luster. Luster refers to the general appearance or sheen of a mineral. It refers to the way in which a mineral reflects light.
Detailed explanation-3: -The terms used to describe luster are: Metallic (also known as splendent) Submetallic. Vitreous (also known as glassy)
Detailed explanation-4: -Luster: Metals have the quality of reflecting light from its surface and can be polished e.g., gold, silver and copper.
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