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Minerals And Rocks
Question
Differentiate between rocks and minerals with examples.
Solution
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Minerals |
Rocks |
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(i)Minerals are naturally occurring compounds, such as silicates, oxides, carbonates or hydroxides. (ii)Minerals have fixed physical and chemical properties. (iii)Examples: Silver, gold, coal, oil |
(i)It is an aggregate of several or groups of minerals. (ii)The physical and chemical properties of rocks are variable. (iii)Example: Granite, basalt, marble |
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