Birthstone Research (Properties of Minerals)

Last updated about 2 years ago

13 questions

Research

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What to do next!

Birthstone Research (Properties of Minerals)

Last updated about 2 years ago

13 questions

Research

You are completing a research activity on your birthstone. This formative will contribute to your overall grade.

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What month were you born?

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What is your birthstone (if you were born in June, October, November, or December, you have multiple options, select ONE to research and type it below)

Properties of your Birthstone

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What color or colors does your birthstone come in? (List them all)

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What is the hardness of your birthstone? (1-10)

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How does your mineral break? (Cleavage or Fracture)

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What is your birthstone's luster? (metallic or nonmetallic)

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What is your birthstone's density? (Also known as specific gravity)

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What is your birthstone's streak?

Other Facts

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What are some places in the world that your birthstone can be found?

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When was the birthstone first discovered?

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Why was your birthstone selected for your month?

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Are there any beliefs that are associated with it? If so, explain.

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Other interesting facts you have discovered (Try to find 1-3)

What to do next!

You will now make a poster on Canva of your birthstone and the information you have gathered! See Schoology for the template. We will do this in class on Tuesday, 10/3.