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When two SiO44- units are linked together, they form the pyrosilicate group, Si2O76-. For example, thortveitite, Sc2Si2O7 is a pyrosilicate.

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Pyrosilicates are a type of silicate mineral characterized by a double tetrahedral structure. Some examples of pyrosilicates include enstatite, diopside, and cordierite. These minerals are commonly found in igneous and metamorphic rocks.

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Q: What is Pyrosilicates and give some examples?
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