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The basic structural unit of silicates is
Chemistryp Block Elements (Group 13 & 14)JEE Main
Options:
  • A $\mathrm{SiO}^{-}$
  • B $\mathrm{SiO}_4^{4-}$
  • C $\mathrm{SiO}_3^{2-}$
  • D $\mathrm{SiO}_4^{2-}$
Solution:
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The correct answer is: $\mathrm{SiO}_4^{4-}$
The basic building unit of all silicates is the tetrahedral $\mathrm{SiO}_4^{4-}$. It is represented as


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