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Mineral Mania
In this mineral worksheet, students visit http://sciencespot.net and answer 90 questions about mineral uses, mineral groups, fireworks, and minerals found around the home.
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Mineralogical Society of America: Minerals in Your House
Discover what minerals can be found at your home with this interactive resource. Explore this virtual house and you'll find minerals in common household objects.
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4th of July Fireworks Depend Upon Minerals
Have you ever wondered what gives fireworks different colors? Here is a short page explaining the connection between the minerals used in fireworks and the colors of the explosions.
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Rocks and minerals.com: Rock and Mineral Uses
This is a fairly extensive list of common rocks and minerals, each followed by a brief explanation of how they are used in our society.