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Can a gem be a mineral?
Yes, like the mineral Quartz is also a gem.
Is gypsum a gem?
its an mineral
What is in a sapphire gem?
A sapphire gem is mainly composed of the mineral corundum and other trace mineral impurities that give it its color.
Are dimoands a mineral or a rock?
a diamond is a mineral (also is a gem)
What is a highly priced mineral?
Gem
Is diamond is a gem mineral?
Yes.
Is nickel a gem?
No, nickel is a mineral.
What is the web address of the Houston Gem And Mineral Society in Houston Texas?
The web address of the Houston Gem And Mineral Society is: http://www.hgms.org
What is the web address of the Fallbrook Gem And Mineral Museum in Fallbrook California?
The web address of the Fallbrook Gem And Mineral Museum is: http://www.fgms.org
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.
What gem mineral is an oxide of aluminum?
Ruby and sapphire are both gem varieties of the mineral corundum, an aluminum oxide.
What is the phone number of the Houston Gem And Mineral Society in Houston Texas?
The phone number of the Houston Gem And Mineral Society is: 281-530-0942.
