How do minerals affect society?
                                
                                
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                                Over 30 different minerals are used to create a single mobile phone, illustrating just one of the countless ways in which minerals affect society and shape our daily lives. These natural resources are the hidden foundation of our technological advancements, economic systems, and even our biological functions. From the microchip to the food on our plates, our civilization is built upon the extraction and use of minerals.