GEOLOGY
GEOLOGY
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Question
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Which of these minerals has a Mohs value of 10?
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Quartz
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Talc
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Diamond
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Calcite
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Diamonds are known for being one of the hardest substances on earth. A diamond is so hard it ranks as a 10 on the Mohs scale–the highest level of hardness.
Detailed explanation-2: -As you can see, diamond is a 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Diamond is the hardest mineral; no other mineral can scratch a diamond.
Detailed explanation-3: -Minerals are assigned a number between 1 and 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale to describe how resistant to scratching they are. Diamonds are given the highest number, a 10.
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