Question

Which of the following statements are correct related to the properties of minerals?

• A. Gold and pyrite have a similar colour.
  
• B. Pyrite has more weight than gold.
  
• C. Hardness is one of the physical properties of minerals.
  
• D. Graphite dissolves in water.
  

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (C)

The correct options are
A Gold and pyrite have a similar colour.

C Hardness is one of the physical properties of minerals.


We can identify the minerals on the basis of physical and chemical properties. Some of the physical properties are colour, density, and hardness.