| A | B |
|---|
| Graph | a visual way to present and organize data |
| cyclic | predictable, repeating, circle |
| inverse/indirect | the independent variable increases and the dependent variable decreases |
| direct | as the independent variable increase the dependent increases |
| inference | an assumption or guess; no use of senses |
| observation | use of one or more of the senses |
| spherical | round; circular |
| oblate | slightly flat @ the poles; bulges at the middle |
| mineral | a naturally occurring, inorganic, solid substance with a definite chemical composition and structure |
| inorganic | not containing carbon; never alive |
| organic | contains carbon; made by living organisms |
| organic | coal, pearls, plants |
| inorganic | metal, plastic |
| mineral | talc, quartz |
| color | not a good way to identify minerals |
| luster | determine if the mineral is metallic or non-metallic |
| scratch test | based on the atomic structure of the mineral |
| taste | never use to test a mineral |
| fracture | the breaking of a mineral along a line that is not cleaved |
| conchodial fracture | rainbow or shell-like fracture |
