Comparing the Characteristics of Two Minerals, a Student Stated, "These

question 63

Multiple Choice

Comparing the characteristics of two minerals, a student stated, "These two minerals are identical because they are both transparent and are six sided." Critique this statement.

• A) This statement is true.
• B) This statement is probably true, but the chemical composition would need to be known.
• C) There are different types of six-sided crystals, so there is not enough information to say they are identical.
• D) This statement is false.

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