Considering the Composition and Structure of Earth Discussed in Chapter

question 50

Essay

Considering the composition and structure of Earth discussed in chapter 1, do you think all of the possible silicate (and even mineral)structures have been identified by scientists? Discuss why or why not. Also, does this same reasoning apply to all possible chemical elements of Earth?

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