Which of the following is best described as a naturally occurring chemical compound that exists as a solid with a predictable,three-dimensional,repeating structure?

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The definition provided best fits the description of a mineral. A mineral is a naturally occurring solid substance with a definite, predictable, three-dimensional, repeating structure. Metals and elements are more broad categories that do not necessarily have a repeating structure, while rocks and ores can be made up of a variety of minerals and do not have a predictable structure.

Which of the Following Is Best Described as a Naturally