Question : Which is the most abundant mineral in the Earth's continental crust?
Option 1: Pyroxenes
Option 2: Quartz
Option 3: Feldspar
Option 4: Mica
Correct Answer: Feldspar
Solution : The correct answer is Feldspar
The most prevalent mineral in the continental crust of Earth is Feldspar. It belongs to the silicate mineral class. It is more widely distributed than quartz on Earth. Over 90% of the crust is composed of silicate minerals. Alkali feldspar (12%) is the second most abundant type of feldspar, with 39% being the most common. It is present on igneous, sedimentary and metamorphic rocks all around the planet.
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