Here's a breakdown:
* Naturally occurring: It must be found in nature, not created in a lab.
* Solid: It must have a definite shape and volume.
* Inorganic compound or element: It must be made of non-living material, like rocks, crystals, and metals.
Examples of minerals include:
* Quartz (silicon dioxide)
* Diamond (pure carbon)
* Gold (elemental gold)
* Feldspar (a complex silicate)
* Halite (table salt, sodium chloride)
Let me know if you have any other questions about minerals or geology!