group of silicate minerals that are the most abundant minerals in the Earth’s crust

is found in the shells of many marine organisms, including plankton, echinoderms, and bivalves.

a mineral composed of carbon atoms in a crystal structure. Among natural materials, it has one of the highest thermal conductivities and highest hardnesses

mineral composed of aluminum oxide. Common gem that include rubies

a group of silicate minerals known for their perfect basal cleavage, meaning they can easily split into thin, parallel sheets.

the most common igneous rock—over 90% of volcanic rocks on Earth

primarily composed of feldspar and quartz, and is intrusive, meaning it crystallizes and solidifies underground. This can experience large-scale weathering, leading to the formation of structures like Yosemite National Park’s Half Dome.

a sedimentary rock primarily composed of calcium carbonate. It often metamorphoses into marble

a clastic sedimentary rock, which means it is composed of pre-existing fragments of other rocks and minerals

an MGM adaptation of L. Frank Baum’s children’s book, characters include a wizard, the Wicked Witch of the West, and, Dorothy Gale and her dog Toto

Walt Disney animated film consisting of eight animated story segments overlaid with classical music conducted by Leopold Stokowski and performed by the Philadelphia Orchestra

Christmas drama produced and directed by Frank Capra based on the short story “The Greatest Gift.” Set in the fictional town of Bedford Falls, this movie stars Jimmy Stewart