Multiple Choice
Comparing the characteristics of two minerals, a student stated, "These two minerals are identical because they are both transparent and are six sided." Critique this statement.
A) This statement is true.
B) This statement is probably true, but the chemical composition would need to be known.
C) There are different types of six-sided crystals, so there is not enough information to say they are identical.
D) This statement is false.
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