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!