Silicates do not commonly form chemical sedimentary rock. Why?
A) Silicates do not dissolve as easily as these other more strongly ionic compounds.
B) Silicates are too heavy.
C) Silicates are not abundant enough.
D) Silicates melt too easily.
Answer: A
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