Sand look-alikes
Sedimentary aggregate (primarily Quartz)
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Silt
Sedimentary aggregate (primarily Quartz and Clay minerals)
Also known as: Siltstone (lithified)
Gravel
Sedimentary aggregate (various rock and mineral fragments)
Also known as: Pebbles, Cobbles, Boulders
Sandstone
Lithified Sand
Also known as: Arenite, Wacke
Diatomaceous Earth
Biogenic silica (Opal-A)
Also known as: Diatomite, Kieselgur
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