Softest mineral is
A. Kaolinite
B. Diamond
C. Talc
D. Bentonite
Answer: Option C
Solution(By Examveda Team)
The Softest mineral is Talc. This softest mineral position is given at bottom of Moh's scale of Hardness with a relative hardness value of 1. It has a soapy, greasy feel.Talc is formed by the hydrothermal alteration of ultrabasic rocks or low-grade thermal metamorphism of siliceous dolomites.
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