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Streak Test for Minerals
The streak also varies depending upon what part of the specimen is tested. Specimen is approximately 4 inches (10 centimeters) across. Be alert for contaminated specimens. For example: bauxite is sometimes contaminated with iron oxides that produce a streak that is not white in color. Some minerals are brittle or have a granular habit.