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Vitreous Luster Definition and Mineral Examples – Geology In

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Vitreous luster describes how a mineral reflects light, resembling glass. Derived from the Latin vitreus (meaning "glass"), this type of luster is one of the most common and recognizable optical properties used to identify minerals. A fresh, unaltered surface with vitreous luster appears bright, shiny, and ranges from transparent to translucent.What is Vitreous LusterVitreous luster (also called glassy luster) describes a bright, smooth reflect…

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Vitreous Luster Definition and Mineral Examples – Geology In

Vitreous luster describes how a mineral reflects light, resembling glass. Derived from the Latin vitreus (meaning "glass"), this type of luster is one of the most common and recognizable optical properties used to identify minerals. A fresh, unaltered surface with vitreous luster appears bright, shiny, and ranges from transparent to translucent.What is Vitreous LusterVitreous luster (also called glassy luster) describes a bright, smooth reflect…

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