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Write chemical formulas for the following minerals: (a)
Chapter 21, Problem 3P(choose chapter or problem)
Write chemical formulas for the following minerals: (a) calcite, (b) dolomite, (c) fluorite, (d) halite, (e) corundum, (f) magnetite, (g) beryl, (h) galena, (i) epsomite, (j) anhydrite.
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QUESTION:
Write chemical formulas for the following minerals: (a) calcite, (b) dolomite, (c) fluorite, (d) halite, (e) corundum, (f) magnetite, (g) beryl, (h) galena, (i) epsomite, (j) anhydrite.
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Minerals:
A mineral is an inorganic solid that occurs in nature and has a distinct chemical makeup and crystalline structure. Mineral elements make up the earth, either individually or as part of countless different combinations known as compounds. A single element or compound makes up a mineral.
Examples; Calcite, sulfur.