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This can be argued either way, but the definition of a mineral includes that it has to be a solid. So in theory, if a mineral was melted, it would no longer be a mineral. Even the minerals in beverages, for example Calcium (calcite) in milk is not liquid, it is finely ground powder. However, as long as it remains a solid, it wil always be a mineral.

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