2 During a field expedition, a geologist collected a mineral sample for identification. Mineral Density Chart
Mineral
Density (g/cm)
4.5 to 6.5
6.4
Brannerite
Geocronite
Magnesite
Turquoise
3.0
2.6 to 2.8
Returning to the laboratory, he measured the following data:
1. When the sample is placed in a graduated
cylinder, the water level displaced from 37.0
to 43.0 mL.
2. The mass of the sample is found to be 38.4
grams.
What is the identity of the mineral sample?