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Minerals |
A naturally formed, inorganic solid that has a definite Crystal line structure. |
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Elements |
A substance that can not be separated or broken down into simpler substances by chemical means |
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Compound |
A substance made up of atoms of two or more different elements joined by chemicals bonds. |
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Crystals |
A solid whose atoms, ions or molecules are arranged in a definite pattern |
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Silicate Minerals |
A mineral that contains a combination of silicon, oxygen, and one or more metals. |
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Nonsilicate Minerals |
A mineral that does not contain compounds of silicon and oxygen. |
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Luster |
The way in which a mineral reflects light. |
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Streak |
The color of the powder of a mineral. |
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Cleavage |
The splitting of a mineral along a smooth, flat surface. |
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Fracture |
The manner in which a mineral breaks a |
