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Vocabulary Term Details

Silicates

Definition (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Silicates)

A silicate is a compound containing an anionic silicon compound. The great majority of silicates are oxides, but hexafluorosilicate ([SiF6]2-) and other anions are also included. (Wikipedia)

Preferred Units: N/A

Scope Note:
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Broader TermsNarrower TermsRelated Terms
Inorganic acid salts
N/AMinerals
Silica

This term is used for the following terms: 
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Approved Date
15-Oct-2012

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