Question

Which tool would a geologist use to find the color of a mineral in its powdered form?
A. acid
B. hardness points
C. magnet
D. streak plate

Answer 1

@Emma_1997

Answer 2

im not sure but my best guess is a magnet plate because it would pick up all of the powder i think im not 100% sure

Answer 3

no, magnet is incorrect

Answer 4

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Streak_(mineralogy)
The streak (also called "powder color") of a mineral is the color of the powder produced when it is dragged across an unweathered surface. Unlike the apparent color of a mineral, which for most minerals can vary considerably, the trail of finely ground powder generally has a more consistent characteristic color, and is thus an important diagnostic tool in mineral identification.

Answer 5

sorry im not great at biology

Answer 6

thank you