The hydroxoacid Si(OH) 4 is weaker than H 2 CO 3 . Write balanced equations to show

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The hydroxoacid Si(OH)4 is weaker than H2CO3. Write balanced equations to show how dissolving a solid M2SiO4 can lead to a reduction in the pressure of CO2 over an aqueous solution. Explain why silicates in ocean sediments might limit the increase of CO2 in the atmosphere.

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Inorganic Chemistry

ISBN: 9780198768128

7th Edition

Authors: Mark Weller, Tina Overton, Jonathan Rourke

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