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Vocabulary Entry
silicate
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A silicate is a chemical compound containing silicon, oxygen, and one or more metals.
Example Sentences
"Quartz is a common silicate found in many rocks."
"The Earth's crust is primarily composed of silicates."
"Silicates are important in the manufacture of glass and ceramics."
V
verb
To silicate is to treat or combine with a silicate or silicates.
Example Sentences
"The team decided to silicate the soil for improved agriculture."
"They will silicate the concrete to enhance its durability."
"It's important to silicate the materials for better resistance to heat."