Which statement is correct about the properties that define a particular kind of mineral A a particular mineral is defined by its chemical composition crystalline structure B a particular mineral is defined by neither it's chemical composition nor crystalline structure C a particular mineral is defined only by its crystal and structure D a particular mineral is defined only by its chemical composition

Answer 1

The correct statement is A: a particular mineral is defined by its chemical composition and crystalline structure.

Minerals are characterized by specific chemical formulas and a defined crystal structure, which distinguishes them from other minerals.