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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