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A rock such as quartzite or marble consists of basically one mineral. So yes, a rock could consist of a single mineral, although most definitions describe a rock as consisting of combinations of minerals.
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How can you see the difference in a rock and mineral?
A rock is usually comprised of many different minerals which defines the rock type. For example, a basalt is classified due to the abundance of plagioclase feldspar and pyroxenes. Basalts can then be subsequently broken down into separate categories depending on the abundance and occurence of other minerals. Although, some rocks can consist of one type of mineral, there are some types which are composd of just one mineral. Examples can include: Gypsum, halite, sandstone [though it is rare for a sandstone to be comprised of entirely quartz [SiO2] grains.
Is a pumice rock a rock or a mineral?
Pumice is an extrusive igneous rock, not a mineral.
What is a synonym for a metal bearing mineral?
The word for unrefined rock or raw minerals is "ore." There is no single-word synonym.
Is a limestone a rock or mineral?
Limestone is a rock, composed mainly of the mineral calcite.
Is agate a mineral or a rock?
a mineral
What is the mineral of which sapphire and ruby are comprised?
The mineral corundum.
What is the definition of monomineralic?
Of a rock, composed entirely or principally of a single mineral.
Can a rock be made of a single mineral?
no a rock is a mixture of 2 elements or more so it would not be possible
Is quartz a mineral or a rock mineral rock Submit?
mineral
How can you see the difference in a rock and mineral?
A rock is usually comprised of many different minerals which defines the rock type. For example, a basalt is classified due to the abundance of plagioclase feldspar and pyroxenes. Basalts can then be subsequently broken down into separate categories depending on the abundance and occurence of other minerals. Although, some rocks can consist of one type of mineral, there are some types which are composd of just one mineral. Examples can include: Gypsum, halite, sandstone [though it is rare for a sandstone to be comprised of entirely quartz [SiO2] grains.
What is sandstone comprised of?
Sandstone is a sedimentary rock composed mainly of sand-size mineral or rock grains. Most sandstone is composed of quartz or feldspar because these are the most common minerals in the Earth's crust.
is rock salt a rock or mineral?
Mineral
What is the common mineral that forms the rocks of earth's crust?
There are several common rock forming minerals, but the most common single mineral of the crust is quartz.
Where is quartze found?
Quartz is the most common single rock-forming mineral, so it is found almost everywhere in a variety of rocks or sand.
What mineral makes up table salt?
Salt is composed of the chemicals Chlorine and Sodium. (NaCl) salt is a mineral, it is not comprised of minerals, it is comprised of chemicals.
Is jade a mineral or a rock?
A jade is actually both a mineral and a rock.
Is a pumice rock a rock or a mineral?
Pumice is an extrusive igneous rock, not a mineral.
