Which of the following minerals crystallizes from a magma at the lowest temperature?
A)calcium-rich feldspar
B)olivine
C)pyroxene
D)quartz

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Quartz crystallizes from a magma at the lowest temperature compared to the other minerals listed. This is based on the Bowen's reaction series, which shows the order in which minerals crystallize from cooling magma. Quartz is one of the last minerals to crystallize, indicating it does so at lower temperatures.

Which of the Following Minerals Crystallizes from a Magma at the Lowest