MINERALS

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Across
  1. 3. (6 letters) – The way light reflects off a mineral’s surface.
  2. 5. (11 letters) – Rocks formed by the accumulation of sediments.
  3. 6. (4 letters) – The smallest type of soil particle, retaining the most water.
  4. 7. (4 letters) – A soil mixture ideal for plant growth, containing sand, silt, and clay.
  5. 10. (8 letters) – Type of rock formed from cooled lava or magma.
  6. 11. (6 letters) – A common mineral found in many rocks.
Down
  1. 1. (6 letters) – Preserved remains of ancient organisms found in some rocks.
  2. 2. (7 letters) – A common intrusive igneous rock with visible crystals.
  3. 4. (7 letters) – The process of rocks and soil being worn away by wind or water.
  4. 5. (6 letters) – The color of a mineral's powder when scratched on a surface.
  5. 8. (4 letters) – The scale used to measure mineral hardness.
  6. 9. (11 letters) – Rock type formed by heat and pressure.