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Scale describing mineral hardness

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The Mohs scale compares minerals by their resistance to scratching. Source: Mohs scale ↗

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  1. 18Process breaking rock into piecesRECALL
    Weathering

    Erosion transports the pieces

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  2. 19Molten rock below Earth's surfaceRECALL
    Magma

    At the surface it is called lava

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  3. 20Process turning sediment into rockRECALL
    Lithification

    Includes compaction and cementation

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