Minerals must have atoms that are tightly packed together and cannot move freely. Which part of the definition of a mineral does this describe?(1 point)

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the requirement that minerals must have a defined crystalline structure
the requirement that minerals must have a defined crystalline structure

the requirement that minerals must be solids
the requirement that minerals must be solids

the requirement that minerals must have a defined chemical composition
the requirement that minerals must have a defined chemical composition

the requirement that minerals must be naturally occurring
the requirement that minerals must be naturally occurring

Answer 1

The description "must have atoms that are tightly packed together and cannot move freely" refers to the requirement that minerals must be solids.