Minerals Ch 2

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What is a mineral?

Back

A naturally-formed solid substance with a crystal structure

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What is true about all minerals?

Back

They are formed by natural processes.

Front

What is NOT a characteristic of minerals?

Back

They are alive.

Front

What do all minerals have in terms of their chemical makeup?

Back

A unique chemical makeup

Front

What is a crystal in the context of minerals?

Back

A pattern of particles repeated over and over

Front

What element are diamonds made from?

Back

Carbon

Front

What do all crystals have in common?

Back

They have a regular, repeating structure

Front

How are minerals grouped?

Back

By the elements they are made of.

Front

What is the most abundant group of minerals?

Back

Silicates

Front

Which minerals are shown in the images?

Back

Mica and Quartz