
Next, let's examine the mineral for any signs of cleavage. All minerals in this particular group should have readily visible cleavage. Usually it will be obvious but occasionally it will be more difficult to see. If you see no evidence of cleavage try returning to Step 2 or the previous step, Step 3.
| Two Directions at nearly 90 degrees | ![]() |
| No Apparent Cleavage (CLICK HERE) |
| BACK TO STEP 3|
| COLOR | STREAK | LUSTER | CLEAVAGE | HARDNESS | CRYSTAL SHAPE | SPECIFIC GRAVITY | OTHER PROPERTIES |