Question

formula.

• minerals are mostly __________, meaning all parts of a mineral have the same chemical composition. also, minerals often form as __________, which have a defined shape and distinct, flat surfaces.
• to determine if a material is a mineral, we could observe its __________, subject it to force and observe how it ________, study how it reacts to __________, or inspect the material visually.
• minerals are a (○renewable ○nonrenewable) resource.

rocks
rocks are __________, which means they are collections of ________ ________ __________. some important differences between rocks and minerals include:
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• there is no limit to how many different rocks there are; every rock is unique in its specific composition and structure.

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Explanation:

For the question "Minerals are a (○renewable ○nonrenewable) resource", minerals are formed over long geological timescales and their formation rate is much slower than human consumption rate, so they are nonrenewable.

Answer:

○nonrenewable