Which statement is true about the composition of minerals?
A) Minerals are composed of elements.
B) All minerals are compounds.
C) There are no minerals composed of only one element.
D) The chemical composition of a mineral does not determine the physical properties of the mineral.
Answer: A
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false