1 What are the bases of mineral identification?
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Properties that help geologists identify a mineral in a rock are: color, hardness, luster, crystal forms, density, and cleavage. ... Color and density are determined primarily by the chemical composition. Minerals are classified on the basis of their chemical composition.
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Properties that help geologists identify a mineral in a rock are: color, hardness, luster, crystal forms, density, and cleavage. ... Color and density are determined primarily by the chemical composition. Minerals are classified on the basis of their chemical composition.
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