Question

Geologists may choose to lick a mineral to identify it. What mineral is the geologist expecting with

this test?A) NaCl (halite) or KCl (sylvite) B) a sulfide bearing rock which will taste like rotten eggs C) None, it clears the dust off the sample so he/she can see if more clearly. D) None, they are clearing the hydrochloric acid from the sample to rerun a test for calcite

Answer 1

B. A sulfide breaking rock which will taste like rotten eggs

Step-by-step explanation:

One way of identifying sulfur containing compounds is by smelling and tasting. Sulfur containing compounds smell and taste like rotten eggs so a sulfide breaking rock will taste like rotten eggs