Question

sort the following substances into two categories. minerals and not minerals.
mineral
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possible answers
galena graphite talc gypsum quartz oil (petroleum) carbon dioxide

Explanation:

Minerals are naturally - occurring inorganic solids with a definite chemical composition and a crystalline structure. Galena (\(PbS\)), graphite (\(C\)), talc (\(Mg_3Si_4O_{10}(OH)_2\)), gypsum (\(CaSO_4\cdot2H_2O\)), and quartz (\(SiO_2\)) meet these criteria. Coal and wood are organic (derived from once - living matter). Water (liquid) is not a solid. Oil (petroleum) is organic. Carbon dioxide is a gas.

Answer:

• Mineral: Galena, Graphite, Talc, Gypsum, Quartz
• Not Mineral: Coal, Wood, Water (liquid), Oil (petroleum), Carbon Dioxide