When two or more elements combine to form a mineral, they do so in definite proportions represented by a simple chemical formula for that ________.
A)compound
B)isomer
C)isotope
D)polymorph

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When two or more elements combine to form a mineral, they create a chemical compound. A chemical formula represents the combination of elements in a mineral, and each chemical compound has a unique formula that expresses the proportion of elements in it. Isomers are molecules with the same chemical formula but different atomic arrangements. Isotopes are atoms with the same number of protons but different numbers of neutrons. Polymorphs are minerals with the same chemical formula but different crystal structures.

When Two or More Elements Combine to Form a Mineral