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The mineral halite (table salt) meets all the requirements for being defined as a mineral in that it is naturally occurring, a solid, has a chemical formula, has a crystalline structure, and is inorganic.

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Table salt is not considered a mineral. However, mineral salt is considered a mineral. Table salt is used on and in food.

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it is salty because it is a salt

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containsnooxygen

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