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A mineral is, by definition, a solid substance.
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∙ 15y agoA mineral is, by definition, a solid substance.
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A mineral is a solid that comes from what matter?
A mineral is a solid that comes from IN-ORGANICmatter. :)
Is a mineral a crystalline liquid?
no however a mineral is a crystalline solid.
Why is ice in a glacier consider to be a mineral but water from a glacier is not?
By definition a mineral must be solid. Ice is solid. Water is not.
What is mineral organic or inorganic solid material found in nature?
A mineral is defined as being inorganic.
What is a solid geometric shape formed by a mineral?
crystal
A mineral is a solid that comes from what matter?
A mineral is a solid that comes from IN-ORGANICmatter. :)
Why is water not considered a mineral?
Liquid water is not considered a mineral because it is not a solid. But solid water--ice, is considered a mineral because it is a solid with a crystal form.
Is mineral oil a mineral?
No. By definition, a mineral must be a solid and have crystals
Can minerals be liquid or solid or gas?
Rocks are made of minerals. When rocks melt, the minerals become fluid or in a liquid state. Also, when a mineral turns to a liquid it no longer meets the expectaions required for it to be called a mineral.
Is oil is mineral?
No. By definition, a mineral must be a solid and have crystals
Could a mineral be liquid?
No. By definition a mineral is a crystalline solid.
Is a mineral a crystalline liquid?
no however a mineral is a crystalline solid.
When is water a mineral and when is it not?
When it is not a solid
Why is oxygen not mineral?
Uncombined oxygen is a gas, not a solid, which is a requirement of a mineral.A mineral by definition is a solid with a crystal structure.
Why is ice in a glacier consider to be a mineral but water from a glacier is not?
By definition a mineral must be solid. Ice is solid. Water is not.
A natural inorganic solid with a specific composition and structure is a?
Is called a mineral
Why isn't oxygen a mineral?
A mineral by definition is a solid with a crystal structure.
