1.1 minerals Flashcards
1
Q
A naturally formed, inorganic solid that has a definite crystal line structure
A
mineral
2
Q
A substance that cannot be broken down into simpler substances by chemical means
A
Element
3
Q
A substance made up of atoms of two or more different elements joined by chemical bonds
A
compound
4
Q
A solid whose atom, ions, or molecules are arranged in a definite pattern
A
crystals
5
Q
A mineral that contains a combination of silicon, oxygen and one or more metals
A
silicate mineral
6
Q
A mineral that does not contain compounds of silicon and oxygen
A
non silicate mineral
