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  1. 2. A group of minerals that make up most of the Earth's crust.
  2. 8. A hard mineral that forms rubies and sapphires.
  3. 10. A blue mineral often used as a gemstone and in decorative items.
  4. 12. A mineral that is an oxide of zinc, often found in zinc ores.
  5. 13. A phosphate mineral that is the primary source of phosphorus.
  6. 16. A deep blue metamorphic rock prized for its color.
  7. 17. A copper iron sulfide, often referred to as peacock ore due to its colors.
  8. 18. A lilac-colored mica, often associated with lithium.
  9. 19. The primary ore of aluminum, rich in aluminum oxides.
  10. 20. A magnetic iron oxide mineral, used in iron production.
  11. 22. A green copper carbonate mineral, used in jewelry.
  12. 24. A mineral containing arsenic, often a source of the element.
  13. 28. A colorful mineral that fluoresces under UV light.
  14. 31. A heavy mineral often used in drilling fluids.
  15. 33. The softest mineral, often used in baby powder.
  16. 34. A green mineral commonly found in basalt.
  17. 36. A titanium silicate mineral known for its high luster and dispersion.
  18. 37. An iron oxide mineral, often used as a pigment.
  19. 38. The main ore of zinc, characterized by its resinous luster.
  20. 41. A group of silicate minerals, often used as abrasives.
  21. 42. Commonly found in many rocks, known for its crystal structure.
  22. 43. A green mineral that often indicates metamorphic processes.
  23. 44. A group of minerals often green in color, used in stonework.
  24. 46. A green mineral that is a common alteration product of micas.
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  1. 1. The main ore of tin, often found in alluvial deposits.
  2. 3. A lithium-bearing mineral, important for lithium extraction.
  3. 4. A mineral that is a major component of sedimentary rock.
  4. 5. A lead molybdate mineral known for its bright orange crystals.
  5. 6. A type of feldspar rich in potassium, common in granites.
  6. 7. A carbonate mineral that reacts with acid, found in limestone.
  7. 9. A shiny mineral that can be split into thin sheets.
  8. 10. A reddish-brown mineral, often forming cross-shaped crystals.
  9. 11. A mineral that is a source of strontium, known for its blue crystals.
  10. 14. A metallic gray mineral that is the main ore of molybdenum.
  11. 15. The primary ore of mercury, bright red in color.
  12. 21. A mineral family that includes emerald and aquamarine.
  13. 23. A pink to red manganese silicate, often used in jewelry.
  14. 25. A boron silicate mineral, often found in a variety of colors.
  15. 26. A mineral that contains titanium, often found in igneous rocks.
  16. 27. A blue silicate mineral that can be used in ceramics.
  17. 29. A form of carbon used in pencils and as a lubricant.
  18. 30. Also known as "fool's gold," it has a metallic luster.
  19. 32. A deep blue copper carbonate mineral, often found with malachite.
  20. 35. The most important copper ore mineral, with a brass-yellow hue.
  21. 36. A precious metal often found in its native form or as a mineral.
  22. 38. A bright yellow non-metallic element, often found in minerals.
  23. 39. A mineral ore of bismuth, often found in hydrothermal deposits.
  24. 40. A soft sulfate mineral used in plaster and drywall.
  25. 45. A rare silicate mineral found in some metamorphic rocks.