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Define mineral and its type

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Answered by tanishkasri
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Minerals are substances that are formed naturally in the Earth. Mineralsare usually solid, inorganic, have a crystal structure, and form naturally by geological processes. The study of minerals is called mineralogy. A mineralcan be made of single chemical element or more usually a compound
Silicates, oxides, sulfates, sulfides, carbonates, native elements, and halides are all major mineral groups.

Silicates.Oxides.Sulfates.Sulfides.Carbonates.Native Elements.Halides.
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Answered by subhrajena189
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➡️A mineral is a naturally occurring inorganic element or compound having an orderly internal structure and characteristic chemical composition, crystal form, and physical properties. Common minerals include quartz, feldspar, mica, amphibole, olivine, and calcite.

➡️Minerals are classified into two types: Metallic and non-metallic. Metallic Minerals: They are further sub-divided into ferrous and non-ferrous. ... Non-ferrous minerals: They contain metals other than iron. Examples include gold, silver, copper, lead, bauxite, tin and magnesium.

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