If a Mineral Lacks Cleavage,it Will

question 19

Multiple Choice

If a mineral lacks cleavage,it will

• A) break along planar surfaces with specific orientations.
• B) break along irregular or conchoidal fractures.
• C) not break apart unless melted.
• D) not break apart unless dissolved.

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Definitions:

Cilia

Microscopic, hair-like structures protruding from the surface of some cells, moving liquid past the cell or moving the cell itself.

Mucus

A thick, slippery substance produced by glands in the lining of the body's passageways, such as the respiratory, digestive, and reproductive tracts, serving as a protective lubricant.

Distal Airways

The segments of the respiratory system that are furthest from the mouth, including the smaller bronchioles and alveoli, crucial for gas exchange.

Central Airways

The major air passages leading from the trachea to the lungs, facilitating the movement of air in and out of the lungs.