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Amber, which is made from hardened tree resin, is a gem. Although amber is often used in jewelry, it is not a mineral. Which statement explains why amber is not a mineral?

A) Its not valuable
B) it is not a solid
C) It is not inorganic
D) It is not natural

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The statement that explain why amber is not a mineral is - option C) It is not inorganic because amber is organic matter.

Amber is a resin that is released from pine tree and harden to become like a gem stone. It is basically a secondary product produced by the pine trees. It is considered as the gem stone and used in the making of jewelry.

  • Minerals are inorganic elements formed naturally in the Earth.
  • Amber is not a mineral as it is not an inorganic substance
  • Amber form from the resin of a pine tree so it is an organic matter.
  • Amber is precious matter or gem.

Thus, the correct answer is - option C) It is not inorganic because amber is organic matter.

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