Hardness Is

question 34

Multiple Choice

Hardness is:

• A) the resistance of a mineral to fracture.
• B) the resistance of a mineral to shattering.
• C) dependent on a mineral's flexibility.
• D) the resistance of a mineral to scratching.

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