Why Minerals Around Us Are Important for Modern Life
                                
                                
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                                Over 4,000 distinct mineral species have been identified on Earth, forming the bedrock of modern civilization in ways most people never realize. Understanding why minerals around us are important is crucial to appreciating the complex infrastructure and biological functions that sustain us.