mineral matter

Definitions

Inorganic substances, such as rock fragments or salts, present in soil or other organic materials.

The non-combustible, inorganic residue remaining after the incineration of organic matter.

Naturally occurring inorganic chemical compounds found in the earth's crust.

Examples

The soil composition was analyzed to determine the percentage of organic versus mineral matter present.

Plants absorb essential nutrients from the mineral matter found within the earth.

Synonyms

inorganic material earthy matter geological substance non-living matter

Antonyms

organic matter living tissue biological material carbon-based matter