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Minerals crossword with earth science vocabulary like hardness, luster, and cleavage.
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This 8-clue crossword covers mineral properties and identification terms for earth science students. Clues include hardness, luster, cleavage, streak, and color — the key characteristics used to identify minerals. Suitable for classroom vocabulary review or a geology unit opener in Grades 5–7.

Subject:
Science
Topic:
Geology
Grade Level:
5th – 7th Grades
Updated February 2021

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