Why Do Chemical Sedimentary Rocks Not Contain Silicates

question 89

Multiple Choice

Why do chemical sedimentary rocks not contain silicates?

• A) Silicates are too heavy.
• B) Silicates do not dissolve as easily as these other more strongly ionic compounds.
• C) Silicates are not abundant enough.
• D) Silicates melt too easily.

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