What Are Minerals?
Minerals are naturally occurring substances that have a definite chemical composition. They are the building blocks of rocks and are found in a wide variety of environments on Earth.
Fascinating Mineral Facts
- Quartz is the most abundant mineral on Earth and forms in a hexagonal crystal structure.
- Diamonds are composed of carbon atoms in a crystal lattice and are known for their remarkable hardness.
- Feldspar makes up about 60% of Earth's crust!
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