Minerals

Minerals are naturally occurring solid substances with unique chemical compositions. There are about 3000 known minerals on Earth, and they are found even inside the human body. Minerals have various uses; clay is used for pottery, and precious metals like gold are used in jewelry and technology due to their non-reactive and malleable properties. The chemical makeup of minerals determines their properties and uses, such as diamond being the hardest mineral, making it ideal for cutting tools. Essential minerals like sodium chloride and iron are vital for human health, found in foods and used in construction.

What are minerals?

How many known minerals are there on Earth?

What are some uses of gold?

What is the chemical makeup of a diamond, and why is it significant?

Why is iron important for our bodies?