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6th Grade
11/02/2011

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Element
Definition
An element is the simplest form of matter
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The Periodic Table
Definition
is a chart in which all the know elements are arranged according to thier 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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Buogancy
Definition
The up ward force that keeps things a float D=m/v
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Luster
Definition
A way a mineral reflect light
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Minerals
Definition
Naturally formed,nonliving,solid chemical substances
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Metals
Definition
good conductors of electricity malleable
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metalloids
Definition
Have properties of both metals and non-metals
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streak
Definition
long narrow mark or smear
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malleability
Definition
capable of being extended or shaped by beating with a hammer or by the pressure of rollers
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Texture
Definition
Descriptive words describe the surface area of a mineral ex: rough,smooth,hard,etc.
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Conductivity
Definition
The ability to conduct electricity
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Cleave
Definition
The ability to peel or remove layers in minerals
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Physical properties
Definition
Any characteristics of a material observe or measured without charging the material
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Weight
Definition
Measure of mass 1ml=1cm3.
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Mass
Definition
Amount of matter in an object.
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