Earth: An Introduction to Physical Geology (12th Edition)

by Tarbuck, Edward J.; Lutgens, Frederick K.; Tasa, Dennis G.

Published by Pearson

ISBN 10: 0134074254

ISBN 13: 978-0-13407-425-2

Chapter 3 - Give It Some Thought - Page 105: 3

Answer

Figures C and E illustrate a metallic luster. Figures A, B and D display a non-metallic luster.

Work Step by Step

Metallic Luster is a physical property of minerals used for the purposes of identifying and describing the various minerals and materials found on our Earth. Minerals that have a metal-like appearance are said to have a metallic luster.

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