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New study says China uses 80% artificial sand. Here’s why that’s a big deal

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About 50 billion tons of sand and gravel are extracted annually , most of which is used for construction.

A new study suggests China may have found a solution to the sand mining problem.

The Chinese have been using artificial sand made by crushing rocks and leftover materials from mining for many of their construction projects.