Coal is a very useful rock that formed over millions of years from the remains of
plants. Is coal a mineral? (1 point)
Yes, coal is a mineral because all rocks that are useful to people are
minerals.
○ Yes, coal is a mineral because all rocks are nonliving solid minerals.
No, coal is not a mineral because coal can be burned to produce
electricity and heat.
○ No, coal is not a mineral because coal is made of dead plants.