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  • Minerals: Definition, Characteristics, and Examples
    That's a great question! It's asking for the definition of a mineral.

    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!

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