What are Minerals?
- Minerals are natural substances found in the Earth.
- They are solid and usually made up of one or more elements.
- Minerals are important because they are used to make many things.
- Some minerals can help our bodies stay healthy when we eat them.
Examples:
- Salt is a mineral that we use to make our food taste better.
- Gold is a mineral that people use to make jewelry and coins.
- Calcium, found in milk, is a mineral that helps our bones stay strong.
Fun Fact: Some minerals, like diamonds, are very hard and shiny, while others, like talc, are very soft and can be scratched easily!
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