A Mineral's Hardness Is Dependent on the

question 92

Multiple Choice

A mineral's hardness is dependent on the

• A)strength of its chemical bonds.
• B)mineral ionization.
• C)size of its atoms,large atoms are harder than small atoms.
• D)geometric arrangement of atoms.

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Definitions:

Sister Chromatids

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Original Chromosome

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Substances that can accept hydrogen ions in solution, often characterized by the presence of a hydroxide ion.