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Do all minerals have crystals in them?
Yes. Having a crystal structure is part of the definition of a mineral.
Are rocks composed of minerals?
Rocks are for the most part composed of one or more minerals. Obsidian is an exception because the mineral solution (lava) did not have time to form mineral crystals because of very rapid cooling. However, most obsidian will still contain some mineral crystals or crystal inclusions.
What are some of the properties of magnetite?
Magnetite is a mineral that is part of the spinel group. It is considered the most magnetic mineral that naturally occurs on Earth. It is black or brownish black in color and can often be found with small pieces of iron attached to it.
Would the composition of a mineral be studied by a geologist?
Yes, a geologist would study the composition of a mineral as part of their analysis of rocks and minerals in the Earth's crust. Understanding the chemical and physical properties of minerals helps geologists identify different rock types and formations, as well as the processes that formed them.
What is a rock mineral?
It is a mineral or a number of minerals which are part of the composition of rock.
What is fool's gold's mineral group?
It is part of the sulphide mineral group.
Why does each substance have its own properties?
Minerals are basically chemicals in a solid form.A2. Part of the definition of a mineral is that it has a known chemical composition. If its composition were variable, it would not qualify under the definition.
What is water in a crystal that is an integral part of the crystal structure called?
Water that is an integral part of the crystal structure is referred to as water of crystallization. This water is bound within the crystal lattice and is essential for maintaining the crystal structure.
Tremolite is part of what mineral group?
Tremolite is a member of the amphibole mineral group.
What is the source of mineral fragments in soil?
Mineral fragments in soil come from the weathering and breakdown of parent rock material over time. Physical, chemical, and biological processes break down larger rock particles into smaller mineral fragments, which become part of the soil composition. These mineral fragments provide essential nutrients for plants and help determine soil properties.
What is the shininess part of a mineral?
Metal
Is every part of a mineral is the same?
no
