1.1 Minerals Flashcards

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A naturally formed, inorganic solid that has a definite crystalline structure.

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Mineral

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A substance that cannot be separated or broken down into simpler substances by chemical means.

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Element

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A substance made up of atoms of two or more different elements joined by chemical bonds.

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Compound

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A solid whose atoms, icons, or molecules are arranged in a definite pattern.

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Crystal

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A mineral that contains a combination of silicon, oxygen, and one or more metals.

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Silicate Mineral

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A mineral that does not contain compound of silicon of oxygen.

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Nonsilicate Mineral

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