What is a five part definition for an object to be considered a mineral?

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  1. Naturally occurring: Formed through natural geological processes.
  2. Inorganic: Not produced by living organisms.
  3. Solid: Maintains a fixed shape and volume at normal temperatures.
  4. Crystalline structure: Atoms arranged in a repeating pattern.
  5. Definite chemical composition: Composed of specific elements in a defined ratio.

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