Chapter 3 Lesson 1 Minerals

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What is magma?

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Magma is a molten rock found beneath Earth's surface.

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Do minerals have a definite chemical composition?

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Yes, minerals have a definite chemical composition.

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How is rock candy made?

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Rock candy is made by the crystallization of sugar.

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Do minerals have an orderly arrangement of atoms?

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Yes, minerals have an orderly arrangement of atoms.

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How do all minerals form?

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All minerals form through crystallization.

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What is a mineral?

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A mineral is a naturally occurring inorganic solid with a definite chemical composition and crystalline structure.

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What is crystallization?

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Crystallization is the process by which a solid forms from a liquid or gas, where the atoms or molecules arrange in an orderly pattern.

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What are the main types of rocks?

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The main types of rocks are igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic.

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What is the difference between magma and lava?

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Magma is found beneath the Earth's surface, while lava is magma that has reached the Earth's surface.

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What role does heat play in the formation of minerals?

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Heat can cause minerals to crystallize from molten rock or can change existing minerals into new forms.