Which of the following statements regarding mineral identification is NOT true?
A) Cleavage refers to the tendency of the mineral to break or cleave along distinct planes.
B) Hardness is determined using the Moh's Hardness Scale.
C) Luster refers primarily to whether the mineral appears to shine when its surface is wet.
D) Effervescence refers to the tendency of some minerals to fizz when exposed to acid.
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