Which group of minerals are the most abundant in the earth's crust?

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Rin Tin Tin

29 June, 19:44

Which group of minerals are the most abundant in the earth's crust?

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Shea Moses · Answer 1

More than 90% on the crust is composed of silicate minerals. Most abundant silicates are feldspars (plagioclase (39%) and alkali feldspar (12%)). Other common silicate minerals are quartz (12%) pyroxenes (11%), amphiboles (5%), micas (5%), and clay minerals (5%).