the larger one will not be able to survive because of how big it is. take a look at the big one. it has a few particles, but its extremely large. because of this it will die. the particles won't be able to travel all over the cell.
The four characteristics of a mineral are:
1. Cleavage- the way it breaks, whether flat or roughly.
2. Luster- the way light reflects off of it, i.e. pearly, shiny, etc.
3. Streak- the color that its powder is
4. Hardness, for example, diamond is the hardest mineral, this is usually measured on the Mohs scale.
Throwing garbage on the ground, not putting out a camp fire, lighting something that creates smoke...
