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Moh's Hardness Test

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Young geologists utilize Moh's hardness scale to help them correctly sort and classify different types of rocks. This lesson has everything you need, including an excellent example of the Mohs' Hardness Test, to successfully implement the lesson. The hands-on activities are educationally rich, and should be very interesting for your class.

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types of rocks, rocks, minerals

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minerals, moh's hardness scale, rock classification, science
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Grade
4th
Subjects
Science
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Resource Type
Lesson Plans
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For Teacher Use
Duration
2 hrs
Instructional Strategies
Collaborative Learning
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Technology
Scientific Equipment
Year
2005
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