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  • Minerals: Definition, Characteristics, and Key Properties
    That definition describes a mineral.

    Here's a breakdown of the key terms:

    * Naturally occurring: Minerals form through geological processes, not in a lab.

    * Inorganic: Minerals are not made of living organisms or their remains.

    * Solid: Minerals have a definite shape and volume.

    * Crystal structure: Minerals have a repeating, ordered arrangement of atoms.

    * Characteristic chemical composition: Each mineral has a specific chemical formula.

    Let me know if you have any other questions about minerals!

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