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Types Of Minerals

Silicates and non-silicates

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SILICATES

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SILICATES

  • Silicates are minerals that include BOTH oxygen, and Silicon.
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COMMON SILICATES

  • Quarts
  • Feldspar
  • Mica
  • Amphibole
  • Pyroxene
  • Olivine
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NON-SILICATES

  • Non-Silicates do not include Silicon.
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NATIVE SILICATES

  • Silver
  • Precious gems and electronics
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SULFATES

  • Barite
  • Used in Make-up, paint, and toothpaste
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CARBONATES

  • Calcite
  • Used in cement, buildings, and fireworks
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HALIDES

  • Fluorite
  • Used in chemicals, and detergents
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OXIDES

  • Corundum
  • Used in abrasives, aircraft parts, and paint
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SULFIDES

  • Pyrite
  • Used in batteries and medicine
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