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Lithium metasilicate is an ionic compound with the formula Li2SiO3
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Preparation
Lithium metasilicate is prepared by the reaction of lithium carbonate and silicon dioxide at temperatures between 515-565°C.
Applications
The melting of lithium metasilicate is used for the calibration of thermocouples.
References
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