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Identifying Minerals Lab 6 th Grade Earth Science Mr. White
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Warm Up List the 5 characteristics that all minerals must have. List the characteristics we use to identify minerals.
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Mineral Identification Lab 1.Remember all lab safety rules apply 2.Follow all directions 3.Take clear notes 4.I will model how to perform the tests 5.Have fun!
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Lab Instructions Read all instructions and complete/answer all questions as you go! Each member of the group will need to test at least one mineral for hardness and one mineral’s streak. Use tools to test hardness and streak as demonstrated by teacher. Follow all lab safety rules and be sure eye protection is always worn.
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Wrap Up Did you record all of your data? Did you identify the physical properties for each mineral? Discuss with your group any questions? Did you clean up your work area?
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What’s Next? That is a wrap on minerals. Introducing rocks! Types of rocks and rock cycle
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