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What is the primary constituent of sand? |
Silicon tetroxide Silica Silicon Feldspar |
Silica |
Silica, commonly known as silicon dioxide, makes up the majority of sand. Not a compound, silicon tetroxide is a silicon oxo-anion. In contrast to feldspar, which is a mineral resource made up of numerous tectosilicate compounds, silicon metal does not naturally develop in nature. |