ELS RECITATION 2

Minerals are not made from organic materials

The substance is neither liquid nor gas at standard room temperature and pressure

Mineral has a uniform chemical composition which consist of specific elements in fixed proportions

The atoms in a mineral are arranged in systematic and repeating pattern

Below the earth surface

Formed from mechanical weathering debris

Formed when dissolved materials precipitate from solution

Formed from accumulation of plant or animal debris typically contain significant carbon

Minerals formed by natural process

Definition and Composition of Minerals

Minerals are inorganic substances, meaning they are not derived from living organisms.
They exist in solid state at standard room temperature and pressure, differentiating them from liquids and gases.
Each mineral has a uniform chemical composition consisting of specific elements that are present in fixed proportions.

Atomic Structure

The atomic structure of minerals is characterized by a systematic and repeating pattern, contributing to their crystalline structure.

Formation of Minerals

Minerals can form through various processes:
- Mechanical weathering of rocks produces mineral debris.
- Precipitation from a solution occurs when dissolved materials solidify.
- Accumulation of organic matter (plant or animal debris) can lead to the formation of certain minerals; these typically contain significant amounts of carbon.

Location of Minerals

Minerals are found both below the Earth's surface and on the Earth's surface, occurring in a variety of geological environments.

Natural Processes

All minerals are formed through natural processes, emphasizing their non-artificial origins.

Test your knowledge on minerals formed by natural processes. This quiz covers various types of minerals, their formation, and key characteristics. Enhance your understanding of geological processes and mineralogy.