What properties of silica sand make it useful in hydraulic fracturing?(1 point)

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Its abrasiveness aids in drilling.
Its abrasiveness aids in drilling.

It absorbs excess moisture.
It absorbs excess moisture.

It can withstand great pressure.
It can withstand great pressure.

It dissolves easily in oil.

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The correct response is:

It can withstand great pressure.

Silica sand is used in hydraulic fracturing because it can endure the high pressures involved in the fracturing process, ensuring that fractures remain propped open to allow for the flow of oil and gas.