Question

    Which element has the highest percentage in the Earth's

    crust?
    A Nitrogen Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Oxygen Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Silicon Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Iron Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Oxygen makes up about 47% of the Earth's crust by weight, making it the most abundant element, followed by silicon at 27%. These two elements combine to form a majority of the Earth's minerals.

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