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Minerals are not made from organic materials
Inorganic
The substance is neither liquid nor gas at standard room temperature and pressure
Solid
Mineral has a uniform chemical composition which consist of specific elements in fixed proportions
Definite Chemical Composition
The atoms in a mineral are arranged in systematic and repeating pattern
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Below the earth surface
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Earths surface
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Formed from mechanical weathering debris
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Formed when dissolved materials precipitate from solution
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Formed from accumulation of plant or animal debris typically contain significant carbon
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Minerals formed by natural process
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Study Notes
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.
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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.
