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Predict the structure and label the charges on the cations in the mineral hedenbergite, $\mathrm{CaFe} \mathrm{Si}_{2} \mathrm{O}_{6}$.
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First, we need to determine the oxidation states of the elements in the mineral hedenbergite, CaFeSi2O6. Ca: Calcium is in Group 2 of the periodic table, so it typically forms a +2 charge. Fe: Iron can have multiple oxidation states, but in hedenbergite, it is in Show more…
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