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What is the difference between a rock and a mineral?

   What is the difference between a rock and a mineral?

Chemistry A Molecular Approach

Chemistry A Molecular Approach

Nivaldo J. Tro 4th Edition

Chapter 23, Problem 5

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02/10/2020

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A mineral is a naturally occurring, inorganic solid that has a crystal structure and a defined chemical composition. For example, quartz, feldspar, and micas are all minerals. Show more…

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Rock

A rock is a naturally occurring solid mass composed of one or more minerals or mineraloids. Rocks form through geological processes and are categorized based on their mode of formation, such as igneous, sedimentary, or metamorphic, making them complex composites rather than a single substance.

Mineral

A mineral is a naturally occurring, inorganic solid with a definite chemical composition and a crystalline structure. Its specific arrangement of atoms results in distinctive physical and chemical properties, which make minerals the basic building blocks of rocks.

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