Minerals

Naturally occurring inorganic solids with a definite chemical composition and crystalline structure.

mineral substances mineral matter

Inorganic solids found naturally in the Earth's crust, characterized by a definite chemical composition and crystalline structure.

From Latin mineralia, meaning 'stone of the mine'.

Minerals are like nature's building blocks - they’re solid, not alive, and have a special pattern inside them like tiny Lego bricks.

What are minerals? Naturally occurring, inorganic solids with a definite chemical composition and crystalline structure
How are they formed? Through geological processes like cooling magma or evaporation of water
What uses do minerals have? They are used in construction, electronics, and jewelry

rocks geological formations

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quartz feldspar calcite

atoms crystals

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geological formation natural object