What is a mineral? by Carolyn Hayden

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What is a mineral?

Published on Nov 15, 2016

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

What is a mineral?

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Characteristics of Minerals

1. Naturally occuring
NOT made by humans
about 4000
30 most common

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2. Definite chemical composition
have a chemical formula

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3. Crystalline form

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4. Solid
not liquid or gas
some solids are not minerals

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5. Inorganic -- not from biologic origins

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