With respect to minerals, which of the following is true?

A) All minerals have been discovered.
B) More than 500,000 minerals exist.
C) Mineral is a synonym for rock.
D) All minerals crystals are too small to be seen.
E) Fewer than 20 minerals make up 95% of the crust.


Answer: E

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