Chapter 12, Problem 18P

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The four kinds of minerals found in earth’s crust need to be identified and suitable examples must be provided.

Concept introduction:

• Earth is a self-sustaining planet replete with resources that helps all forms of life to flourish
• The structure of earth can be broken into, a core which represents the innermost layer of earth, mantle which forms the in between layer and the outermost layer or the crust.
• The earth’s crust is composed of various inorganic compounds referred to as minerals