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B4vocabulary
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Science
6th Grade
11/03/2011

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element
Definition
is the simplest form of matter
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the periodic table
Definition
a chart in which all the known elements are arranged according to their properties
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density
Definition
the amount of mass a material has for its given volume
density=mass/volume,or d=m/v
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buoyancy
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the upward force that keeps things afloat
D= m/v (mass divided by volume)
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luster
Definition
the way a mineral reflects light
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cleave
Definition
the way a mineral breaks apart
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metals
Definition
good conductors of electricity ,malleable
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non-metals
Definition
poor conductors of electricity
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metaloids
Definition
have properties of both metals and non-metals
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malleable
Definition
capable of being extended or shaped by beating with a hammer or by pressure of rollers
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texture
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descriptive words to describe the surface area of a mineral
ex.rough,smooth,hard,etc.
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