EARTH SCIENCE
MINERALOGY
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Question
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Mineral classification base on
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Chemical composition and atomic structure
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Chemical composition and chemical bonding
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Chemical composition and anions
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Chemical composition and cations
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -In this system, minerals are classified into eight main mineral groups based on chemical composition. These classes are: native elements, silicates, oxides, sulfides, sulfates, halides, carbonates, phosphates, and mineraloids.
Detailed explanation-2: -Scientists group minerals based on their chemical compositions. The Dana Classification System originally listed nine main mineral classes: Native Elements, Sulfides, Sulfates, Halides, Oxides, Carbonates, Phosphates, Silicates, and Organic Minerals.
Detailed explanation-3: -Silicates. Oxides. Sulfates. Sulfides. Carbonates. Native Elements. Halides.
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