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Which of the following minerals is most susceptible to damage caused by water?

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Published in Science Trivia

Topaz
Opal
Fluorite
Corundum

Opal. Since water is part of the opal's chemical formula, exposing it to water makes it weak and subject to chipping.

 

 

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