Name of mineral : Silica

Chemical Formula : SiO₂

SILICA is the most abundant mineral in the Earth’s crust. It forms an important constituent of practically all rock-forming minerals. It is an Industrial mineral with unlimited applications.

Industrial Uses -

MMC Ltd’s Silica Sand is used extensively by the Glass Industry to manufacture all types of glass, especially, clear sheet glass, white glass and other special types of glass. Similarly, different grades or specifications are used in by Foundry Industry, Ceramic Tiles Manufacturers, Paints & Coating Industry, Sodium Silicate manufacturers, Refractory Industry, etc.

Importance : Glass is recyclable.

Silica Deposits Locations -

State : Maharashtra

Region : Konkan (Costal Region)

District : Sindhudurg

At Post : Kasarde, Phondaghat, Achirne, Harkul