Mineral Group · 8 minerals

Native Elements & Metals

Minerals

8

Hardness

2-10 Mohs

Crystal Systems

Cubic, Trigonal, Hexagonal +1 more

What Defines the Elements Group

Elements found in their pure, uncombined state in nature. Gold, silver, copper, and platinum occur as native metals. Diamond and graphite are native carbon. Native sulfur forms vivid yellow crystals around volcanoes. These minerals represent nature at its most elemental, literally.

Minerals in This Group