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Physical Science, 5/e
Bill Tillery, Arizona State University
Rocks and Minerals

True or False



1

The luster of a mineral describes the way its surface reflects light.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
2

Rapid cooling of a solution or magma results in minerals with very small crystal size.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
3

Sedimentary rocks are formed from particles or dissolved materials from older rock.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
4

When rock particles are subjected to high temperature and pressure for a long time, they are converted into minerals.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE
5

Basalt and granite are examples of metamorphic rocks.
A)TRUE
B)FALSE








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