Minerals that contain the elements silicon and oxygen are called. A. halides B. oxides
C. silicates
D. carbonates

Which of the following is a way that minerals are used? a. industry construction technology d. all of the above

What is the main function of the central vacuole in a plant cell? a. absorbs energy from the sun to produce food b. holds water and maintains turgor pressure c. breaks down molecules to release energy d. contains the cell's genetic material

Which set of terms best describes a community of miners who live out in the countryside of west virginia and use specialized geological equipment to analyze the composition of rock?