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19 August, 19:24

List the five characteristics a substance must have to be a mineral. Explain why coal and a glass marble are not minerals.

(This is chemistry right?)

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  1. 19 August, 19:37
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    - Naturally occurring

    - Inorganic

    - Solid

    - Definite chemical composition

    - Ordered internal structure

    A mineral has to be naturally occurring. Coal is not a mineral because it is carbon-based and comes from fossilized plants. Glass is non-crystalline solid.
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