Question

The basic structural unit of silicates is :-

• A. $Si{O}_4^{2-}$
• B. $Si{O}^{-}$
• C. $Si{O}_4^{4-}$
• D. $Si{O}_3^{2-}$

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Silicates - Salt of silicic acid $H_{4}Si{O}_4$