topic 1: silicate minerals Flashcards
1
Q
What is formed by a tetrahedral sheet?
A
Mica.
2
Q
What is a silicate mineral?
A
Any mineral with silicon within its structure.
3
Q
What is formed by a tetrahedral ring?
A
Emerald.
4
Q
What is formed by an infinite tetrahedral network.
A
Quartz.
5
Q
What is formed by nesosilicates?
A
Olivine.