Question

Which is the least reliable method for identifying a mineral

Answer 1

It's color, my son got this one right.

Answer 2

Color of mineral is the least reliable method for identifying a mineral.

Step-by-step explanation:

• The same mineral can come in a variety of colors and different minerals can be the same color. The color can change over time do to weathering.
• Color of a mineral is easily observed as it does not need specific methodology.
• Color identification can be done by simple observation.