Collection of 9 Mohs Hardness Set
Product Code : JA-ERAM-4371
The Collection of 9 Mohs Hardness Set (SKU JA-ERAM-4371) is a Mohs hardness scale set of nine reference minerals, from talc at hardness 1 to corundum at hardness 9. The Mohs scale ranks scratch resistance: a harder mineral scratches a softer one, so students can place an unknown specimen between two reference minerals. JaincoLab supplies this set to schools and colleges for mineral identification practicals in geology, geography and earth science.
Specifications
The set contains nine minerals, one for each step of the Mohs scale from 1 to 9, as listed below; specimen size and the storage box are not stated in the listing and are confirmed on the quotation.
| Product | Collection of 9 Mohs Hardness Set |
| SKU | JA-ERAM-4371 |
| Number of specimens | 9 |
| Hardness 1 to 3 | Talc (1), gypsum (2), calcite (3) |
| Hardness 4 to 6 | Fluorite (4), apatite (5), orthoclase (6) |
| Hardness 7 to 9 | Quartz (7), topaz (8), corundum (9) |
Applications of the Mohs hardness scale set
The set is used to measure relative hardness by scratch testing, one of the first tests students apply when identifying an unknown mineral in a practical.
- Scratch hardness tests in school and college geology practicals
- Teaching the Mohs scale with real reference minerals
- Placing unknown specimens between two reference hardness values
- Supporting streak and cleavage tests in mineral identification
Scope of supply and ordering
The listing covers one set of nine Mohs hardness minerals, supplied by JaincoLab. Diamond, hardness 10 on the scale, is not part of this set. Specimen size and the storage box are confirmed on the quotation. Accessories, spares and quantities are confirmed on the quotation.
Minimum order quantity, lead time and packing are confirmed on each quotation for the number of sets and the delivery destination. Sets are supplied individually or as class quantities for schools, colleges and tenders.
Frequently asked questions
Which minerals are in the set?
Talc, gypsum, calcite, fluorite, apatite, orthoclase, quartz, topaz and corundum, covering hardness 1 to 9.
Why does the set stop at 9?
The set covers the Mohs scale from 1 to 9; diamond, the mineral for hardness 10, is not included.
Is a complete testing kit available?
Yes. The Rocks and Minerals Test Kit adds magnetite, a streak plate, a magnet, a hand lens and other tools, and is listed under related products.
Related products
- Rocks and Minerals Test Kit
- Minerals Streak Collection (Set of 10)
- Minerals Cleavage Collection (Set of 10)
- Minerals Luster Collection (Set of 10)
This hardness set is listed in the JaincoLab rocks and minerals range.
Request a quote
To order the Collection of 9 Mohs Hardness Set, send the number of sets and delivery destination through the JaincoLab contact page or email [email protected], quoting SKU JA-ERAM-4371.
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