Capability of undergoing nuclear fission (e.g., Uraninite).
Instantaneous emission of light upon excitation by UV radiation.
Emission of light not caused by heat (general term).
Interaction with magnetic fields, common in iron-bearing minerals.
Delayed emission of light after the excitation source is removed.
Generation of electric charge in response to applied mechanical stress.
Generation of electric charge in response to temperature changes.
Physical and chemical properties specific to mineral species.