An element or combination of elements that forms an inorganic,natural compound is called a
A)tectonic rock.
B)granitic compound.
C)molecule.
D)mineral.

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The term "mineral" refers to an inorganic substance that occurs naturally in the earth's crust, typically characterized by a distinct chemical composition and crystal structure. Therefore, it is the best choice for the definition given in the question. The other options are incorrect as tectonic rock refers to a type of rock formed through geological processes, granitic compound is not a commonly used scientific term, and molecule refers to the smallest unit of a chemical compound, which may be organic or inorganic.

An Element or Combination of Elements That Forms an Inorganic,natural