0
What else can I help you with?
Rare and beautiful minerals are called what?
They are called gemstones.Rare, beautiful minerals are generally classified as "gems" or "gemstones".
Minerals classified as gems include?
Berly,tourmaline,garnet
What qualities must a mineral possess in order to be considered a gem.?
All gems are minerals, but not all minerals are gems. In order for the mineral to be classified as a gem, the mineral must have very specific qualities. Minerals are judged on the following:beautydurabilityrarityportabilityand among other things..Submitted answer does not answer the question nor is it correct. All Gems are not minerals. A Gem is a piece of rock or mineral, which, in cut and polished form, is used to make jewelry or other adornments.
Are all minerals metals?
No some like brass are not classified as minerals.
Why are some minerals classifyes as gems?
Because of their shiny (gem-like) images
How are minerals and gems valuable?
cause gems can be made into money
Are synthetic gems consider as minerals?
No, synthetic gems are not minerals. Part of the definition of a mineral is that it is found in nature, not created by man.
What is a gem can all minerals be gems?
no
How do artists use gems and minerals?
Some artists use minerals as pigments, by finely grinding them and mixing them with a carrier like egg whites.
What has the author John Sampson White written?
John Sampson White has written: 'Minerals and gems' -- subject(s): Gems, Mineralogy, Minerals
What are valuable resources that are minerals?
Copper ,gems, chopperyte,
How are gems different from regular minerals?
Gems are rare and valuable minerals that are cut and polished for use in jewelry, while regular minerals are naturally occurring solid substances with a specific chemical composition and crystal structure. Gems are prized for their beauty and rarity, whereas regular minerals are valued more for their scientific and industrial applications.
