Question 14
Structure of the EarthThe mineral contents of the upper part of the earth's crust are collectively called the sial because it is composed mainly of
- A.silica and olivine.
- B.alumina and olivine.
- C.silica and alumina.
- D.alumina and phosphate.
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Answer: C (silica and alumina.)
Explanation
SIAL = SIlica + ALumina.