Elements in the Earths crust. Almost 99% of the minerals making up the Earths crust are made up of just eight elements. Most of these elements are found combined with other elements as compounds. Minerals are elements or compounds that occur naturally in the Earths crust.
To purchase a photo, select size and framing options below and click Add to Cart.. Tweet. Mesa Arch is located in the Island in the Sky District of Canyonlands National Park. Photographers flock to this location at sunrise, when the bottom of the arch begins to glow with a brilliant color of orange. For more detailed info on purchasing prints Click Here. Back to Moab, Utah.
Delicate Arch is formed of Entrada Sandstone. The original sandstone fin was gradually worn away by weathering and erosion, leaving the arch. Other arches in the park were formed the same way but, due to placement and less dramatic shape, are not as famous.