Which is the most abundant element in earth? (2024)

1. On earth, oxygen is the most common element, making up about 47% of the earth's mass.
2. Silicon is second, making up 28%, followed by aluminum (8%), iron (5%), magnesium (2%), calcium (4%), sodium (3%), and potassium (3%).
3. All of the remaining elements together make up less than 1% of the earth's mass.


Which is the most abundant element in earth? (2024)
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