Coal is a very useful rock that formed over millions of years from the remains of plants. Is coal a mineral?

A. No, coal is not a mineral because coal can be burned to produce electricity and heat.

B. Yes, coal is a mineral because all rocks are nonliving solid minerals.

C. Yes, coal is a mineral because all rocks that are useful to people are minerals.

D. No, coal is not a mineral because coal is made of dead plants.

A. No, coal is not a mineral because coal can be burned to produce electricity and heat.