Refer to the Above Table

question 17

Multiple Choice

Refer to the above table. Use charge balance to determine the value of x in the pyroxene
Ca_x(SiO₃) ₂.

• A) 2
• B) 1
• C) 4
• D) 6
• E) 3

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