NEETChemistryp Block Elements (Group 13 & 14)
How can silicate units be joined together in silicate structures?
Options
- ABy covalent bonds
- BBy metallic bonds
- CBy sharing oxygen atoms via corners
- DBy ionic bonds
Correct answer
C. By sharing oxygen atoms via corners
Step-by-step solution
Silicate units can be joined together by sharing 1, 2, 3, or 4 oxygen atoms per silicate unit via corners.