which term describes the way that a mineral reflects light
This is called the luster of the mineral.   The luster of a mineral is the way its surface reflects light. Most  terms used to describe luster are self-explanatory: metalâ¦lic,  earthy, waxy, greasy, vitreous (glassy), adamantine (or brilliant,  as in a faceted diamond). 14 people found this useful. Qwertyghj63.