Which of the Following Statements Concerning Mineral Crystal Formation Is

question 48

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements concerning mineral crystal formation is NOT true?

• A) The physical space available in which a crystal grows is a limiting factor in the shape of a crystal.
• B) Given two elements of equal abundance, the element that contributes more readily to mineral formation is the one that "fits" better on an atomic level.
• C) Because the identity of the available atoms remains constant, the formation of crystals is independent of the rate of cooling of the molten rock from which it forms.
• D) Atoms of a similar size can often replace one another within a crystal structure without changing the identity of the crystal.

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Definitions:

Continuous Spectrum

A type of emission spectrum showing an uninterrupted band of colors from red to violet, typically emitted by an incandescent solid, liquid, or gas under pressure.

Wavelengths

The distance between consecutive peaks (or troughs) in a wave, often used in the context of electromagnetic radiation.

Ground State

The lowest energy state of an atom or other particle, which is the most stable and preferred configuration.

Electrons

Fundamental particles that contribute to the electrical properties of atoms, possessing a negative charge and existing in the electron cloud.