The most common rock forming minerals are composed of predominantly eight elements.These minerals are the
A)silicates,carbonates,oxides,sulfides,and sulfates.
B)silicates,sulfides,and oxides.
C)silicons,borates,oxides,sulfides,and carbonates.
D)sulfates,oxides,and carbonates.

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The eight most common rock-forming elements are oxygen, silicon, aluminum, iron, calcium, sodium, potassium, and magnesium. The most common rock-forming minerals are silicates, carbonates, oxides, sulfides, and sulfates, which are composed primarily of these eight elements. Therefore, option A is the best choice. Option B is incorrect because it only includes silicates, sulfides, and oxides, while options C and D include elements or minerals that are not among the most common rock-forming minerals.

The Most Common Rock Forming Minerals Are Composed of Predominantly