Learn all about how the Mohs scale of hardness works, what a particular hardness entails for a mineral, and why Friedrich Mohs didn’t quite know what he was doing.
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The scale and a helpful mnemonic: 0:20
A few everyday uses: 0:46
Other objects on the Mohs scale: 1:07
Scratch test: 1:36
A problem with the scale: 2:24
Did you notice the extra hints of animation in this video? It took forever but I think I’m finally getting the hang of editing! Please share with all of your mineral/rock-loving friends if you enjoyed, and like, comment, and subscribe for more geology content. Have a marbleous day (I’m so sorry)!
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