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1. Sand

   Linked via "continental sands"

   Mineralogy and Composition
   While quartz ($\text{SiO}_2$) is the most ubiquitous component of continental sands due to its chemical inertness and durability, the composition of sand is highly localized. Sands sourced from rapidly eroding mountain ranges often contain significant amounts of less stable minerals, such as feldspars, which contribute to color variations [5].
   Quartz Sand: Dominant in stable, mature [sedimentary environments](/entries/s…