The silicates are the largest mineral group because silicon and oxygen are
A)the hardest elements on Earth's surface.
B)the two most abundant elements in Earth's crust.
C)found in the common mineral quartz.

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Silicon and oxygen are the two most abundant elements in Earth's crust, composing about 75% of the crust by weight. As a result, silicates - minerals composed of silicon, oxygen, and other elements like aluminum and iron - make up the largest mineral group. Quartz, while a common mineral, is just one type of silicate.

The Silicates Are the Largest Mineral Group Because Silicon and Oxygen