Mineralogy Flashcards
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Define anisodesmic
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Crystals or compounds in which ionic bonds are not equal in strength
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What is a mineral
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It’s a natural occurring inorganic element or compound having an orderly internal structure, a characteristic chemical composition, crystal form, and physical properties.
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Give anion classification
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Natural elements Sulphides Oxides and hydroxides Halides Carbonates, Nitrates, borates Sulphates Phosphates, Arsenates, borates Silicates
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Why do mineralogist use anion classification to classify anions
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Because there is littles substitution in anion species
