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Q. Which one of the following is component of sand and granite?

[A] Pyroxene

[B] Amphibole

[C] Quartz

[D] Mica

Answer: C

Notes:

Explanation: Quartz:

It is one of the important components of sand and granite. It consists of silica.
It is a hard mineral virtually insoluble in water.
It is white or colourless and used in radio and radar.
It is one of the most important components of granite.

Source: NCERT Class 11