Collocations for mineral - noun

essential, important, vital
trace
rare
abundant, common
industrial
ore
clay, copper, uranium, etc.

be rich in, contain
foods that are rich in essential minerals

collect, extract
to extract minerals from ores

deposit
absorb

be found in sth, be present in sth, occur
calcium and other minerals found in your bones

deposits, resources, wealth
exploitation, exploration, extraction, working
content
supplement
Many people take vitamin and mineral supplements.

vitamins and minerals