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lions [1.4K]
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12

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1 answer:
DochEvi [55]3 years ago
3 0

1.Does it have the ability to resist when scratched (hardness)?

2.Does it have luster (shine)?

3.Does it have color?

4.Does it have a specific gravity?

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