The correct answer is B.
A mineral is defined as a naturally occurring substance that has a definite chemical composition and crystal structure.
In order for a substance to be called a mineral, it must have all the four characters described in the definition.
- a mineral is always a solid and has a definite shape and volume.
- most minerals are made of two or more elements chemically combined to form a compound. It may also be made of a single element e.g. gold, copper or sulphur.
- all minerals have a characteristic crystal structure.
- minerals are grouped according to their chemical composition or makeup
