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Which is a major mineral that makes up sand?

A. dolomite
B. obsidian
C. calcite
D. quartz

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Answer:

quartz

Step-by-step explanation:

wind and rain break down these minerals into small grains, like sand

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D. The most common component of sand is silicon dioxide in the form of Quartz.
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