Identify and State the Historical Significance of the Following

question 21

Short Answer

Identify and state the historical significance of the following:
-Hickoryites

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Definitions:

Hematite

Hematite is an iron oxide mineral and one of the main iron ores, characterized by its reddish-black color, metallic or earthy luster, and used as an important source of iron.

Element O

Element O refers to Oxygen, a chemical element with the symbol O and atomic number 8, essential for life and a major part of the Earth's atmosphere.

Fractured

Refers to the breaking or cracking of a material or surface, often seen in rocks or geological structures.

Cleavage

Cleavage in geology refers to the tendency of minerals to split along specific planes where the bonds are weakest, resulting in smooth, flat surfaces.