Question

Match each physical property with its description.

1. way a mineral reflects light
cleavage
2. true color of a mineral
streak
3. way a mineral breaks when stressed
luster
4. least useful property for identification
hardness
5. measured using Mohs scale
color

Answer 1

Here are the correct matches for each physical property with its description:

1. **way a mineral reflects light** - **luster**
2. **true color of a mineral** - **color**
3. **way a mineral breaks when stressed** - **cleavage**
4. **least useful property for identification** - **streak**
5. **measured using Mohs scale** - **hardness**