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Unit 1 Assignment: Rocks and Mineral Identification by Characteristics:
Using the attached websites below, provide a detailed list of steps used to identify rocks and minerals based on their physical, chemical, and morphological characteristics. When you have completed this part of the assignment, use the samples; diamond, dolomite, gneiss, and chalk, and provide your analysis of composition and identification based on their identification characteristics. Compare and contrast these 4 samples in a conclusion statement.
http://www.minsocam.org/msa/collectors_corner/id/mineral_id_keyi1.htm (Links to an external site.)
https://www.fhwa.dot.gov/pavement/pccp/fhwahi91205.pdf (Links to an external site.)
Rubric
GEL111 Unit 1 Assignment Rubric
GEL111 Unit 1 Assignment Rubric
Criteria Ratings Pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeReadability and Citations
10 pts
10
Technical information is presented in a clear and understandable manner with limited jargon. Sources are cited using correct APA format.
8 pts
8
Technical information is presented in a clear and understandable manner with limited jargon. Sources are cited incorrectly or not present.
6 pts
6
Assessment is clear and readable, but the use of jargon makes the writing challenging to understand. Sources are cited using correct APA format.
4 pts
4
Assessment is clear and readable, but the use of jargon makes the writing challenging to understand. Sources are cited incorrectly or not present.
2 pts
2
Assessment is extremely difficult to understand. Sources are cited incorrectly or not present.
0 pts
0
N/A
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMineral Properties
10 pts
10
All mineral properties are listed and briefly (but clearly) described. Including: Luster, Color, Streak, Light Transmission, Crystal Shape/Habit, Hardness, Cleavage, Fracture, Tenacity, Density, and other properties.
8 pts
8
All mineral properties are listed and all are described, but either not clearly or fully.
6 pts
6
All mineral properties are listed and and only some are described.
4 pts
4
All mineral properties are named, but they are not described.
2 pts
2
Only a few mineral properties are named.
0 pts
0
Mineral properties are not addressed.
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeMineral Identification
10 pts
10
The identification process is listed with full details that explain the process. This includes the test being used, possible outcomes of the test, and what the test results mean.
8 pts
8
The full identification is listed, but a few details are missing.
6 pts
6
The full identification is listed, but most of the details are missing.
4 pts
4
The identification process is very briefly outlined.
2 pts
2
The identification process is only partially outlined.
0 pts
0
Mineral identification process is not addressed.
10 pts
This criterion is linked to a Learning OutcomeRock Properties
10 pts
10
All rock properties are listed and briefly (but clearly) described. Including: Texture/Grain, HCl Reactivity, Mineral Compos
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