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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A chemical compound with a formula containing four silicon atoms and twelve oxygen atoms (Si₄O₁₂)

Etymology

From dodeca- + oxo- + tetra- + silicate.

Related phrases

cyclo-dodecaoxotetrasilicate

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