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Website
Georgia State University

Georgia State University: Hyper Physics: Geo Physics: Minerals

For Students 9th - 10th
This is a resource for students to use in their study of minerals. It begins with a general description that includes the list of essential characteristics of a "mineral." Minerals are then grouped alphabetically. Selecting a name...
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Unit Plan
Georgia Department of Education

Ga Virtual Learning: Georgia Virtual Learning: Geology: Minerals

For Students 9th - 10th
In this amazing interactive tutorial, you'll learn about minerals - the building blocks or rocks and the Earth. We'll talk about what makes something a mineral, and how differences in these minerals let us organize them into different...
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Website
Other

Mineralogical Association of Canada: The Fascinating World of Minerals

For Students 9th - 10th
This website helps you discover the fascinating world of minerals. Begin your journey by discovering what exactly minerals are and how to identify them. Learn how to collect minerals and then meet some scientists who are passionate about...
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Lesson Plan
Alabama Learning Exchange

Alex: Minerals

For Teachers 9th - 10th
The students will gain information on the five characteristics of minerals. The information can be related to nonrenewable resources. This lesson should facilitate discussion on the difference between precious gems and semi-precious...
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Interactive
New York Times

New York Times: Crossword Puzzle: Rocks and Minerals

For Students 9th - 10th
Here is an interactive and printable crossword puzzle developed by the New York Times Learning Network. The theme of this puzzle is Rocks and Minerals.