What Is the Formula and Charge of the Silicate Anion

question 10

Multiple Choice

What is the formula and charge of the silicate anion represented by the picture below?

• A)SiO₃^2-
• B)SiO₄^4-
• C)Si₂O₆^3-
• D)Si₂O₇^6-

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Utility Per Dollar

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Diminishing Marginal Utility

The principle stating that as more of a good or service is consumed, the marginal benefit of additional units will decline.

Utility Maximization

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