Practice mode Soil Science

Which scale is used to determine the hardness of a mineral?

Correct answer A. Mohs scale

Explanation

The Mohs scale ranks minerals from 1 (talc) to 10 (diamond) by scratch resistance: a mineral scratches any mineral with a lower number.

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