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What is a Mineral?

What is a Mineral?. Section 3-1. 1. Naturally Occurring. Found in nature Not man- made. 2. Inorganic. Made from non-living things. 3. Solid. Definite shape & volume Not liquid or gas. 4. Crystal Structure. Have flat sides and sharp corners. 4. Crystal Structures.

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What is a Mineral?

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  1. What is a Mineral? Section 3-1

  2. 1. Naturally Occurring • Found in nature • Not man- made

  3. 2. Inorganic • Made from non-living things

  4. 3. Solid • Definite shape & volume • Not liquid or gas

  5. 4. Crystal Structure • Have flat sides and sharp corners

  6. 4. Crystal Structures • Particles are arranged in repeating patterns

  7. 4. Crystal Structures • Can be seen with the eye, or a microscope

  8. 5. Definite Chemical Composition • Minerals contain certain elements in definite proportions

  9. 5. Definite Chemical Composition • Most minerals are compounds (2 or more elements chemically combined) • Quartz = SiO2

  10. 5. Definite Chemical Composition • Some pure elements are minerals • Copper (Cu), silver (Ag), and gold (Au)

  11. Let’s Review! What are the 5 Characteristics of Minerals?

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