How sand is formed?

Answer 1

mineral, rock, or soil particles that range in diameter from 0.02 to 2 millimetres (0.0008–0.08 inch). Most of the rock-forming minerals that occur on the Earth's surface are found in sand, but only a limited number are common in this form. Although in some localities feldspar, calcareous material, iron ores, and volcanic glass are dominant constituents of sand, quartz is by far the commonest, for several reasons: it is abundant in rocks, is comparatively hard, has practically no cleavage so that it is not readily worn down, is nearly insoluble in water, and does not decompose. Most quartzose sands contain a small quantity of feldspar, as well as small plates of white mica, which, though soft, decompose slowly.

Answer 2

Sand is a loose, incoherent mass of mineral materials in a finely granular condition, usually consisting of quartz (silica), with a small proportion of mica, feldspar, magnetite, and other resistant minerals.

IT IS THE PRODUCT of the chemical and mechanical disintegration of rocks under the influences of weathering and abrasion. When freshly formed, the particles are usually angular and sharply pointed, becoming smaller and more rounded by attrition by the wind or by water.

Sand is an important constituent of most soils and is extremely abundant as a surface deposit along the courses of rivers, on the shores of lakes and the sea, and in arid regions. One specific form of sand is the major ingredient in glassmaking. Other types of sand are used in foundries to make casting molds and in ceramics, plasters, and cements. Sand is used as a grinding and polishing abrasive in the form of sandpaper, which is a sheet of paper covered on one side with sand or a similar abrasive substance. Sandblasting is an important technique used for cleaning stone or for smoothing rough metal surfaces by blowing a stream of sand under air or steam pressure.

Answer 3

Sand is formed of rock particles that had been broken off from the main rock. Then they are weathered by elements to form the tiny grains which is sand. It is mostly made up of quartz, but may also include calcite, basalt, and other trace minerals.

Answer 4

It's formed by the continual grounding of rocks and other materials until it is a certain size, such as a small grain. This could happen due to any number of forces, such as the ocean, wind, or friction against an object. The link below might clear up any other questions. Hope this helps.

Answer 5

Weathering.

Answer 6

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Answer 7

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