Ward's® Exploring Physical Properties of Minerals Lab Activity

Students Master Investigative Skills by Testing Mineral Properties

Eight common minerals are supplied to test hardness, color, streak, luster, specific gravity, and other characteristics. Each sample has been carefully selected to ensure that students can readily recognize key physical properties and achieve consistent test results. Each kit contains a streak plate, copper strip, glass plate, nail, magnifier, and graduated cylinder for physical tests, as well as a teacher’s guide and worksheet copymasters.
Minerals: calcite, feldspar, galena, graphite, hematite, muscovite, pyrite, and quartz.