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Minerals
Earth Science
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Matter | anything that takes up space and has mass. |
| Element | the simplest substance. Cannot be broken down. Examples: carbon, iron, gold, etc… |
| Atom | smallest part of an element that shares its properties. Made up of protons, neutrons, and electrons. |
| Molecule | two or more atoms chemically combined |
| Compound | two or more atoms chemically combined |
| Mixture | two or more substances physically combined (Ex. Saltwater, rocks, air, etc…) |
| Chemical formula | symbols used to represent compounds. Example- H2O. |
| What is a mineral? | •Naturally occurring •Inorganic •Solid •Specific chemical composition •Definite crystalline structure |
| Crystal | having a definite repeating pattern |