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Chlorites is a . . . . . . . . mineral

A. 2 : 2 type

B. 2 : 1 type

C. 1 : 1 type

D. None of these

Answer: Option A

Solution(By Examveda Team)

The chlorites are a group of phyllosilicate minerals common in low-grade metamorphic rocks and altered igneous rocks. Chlorite forms blue-green crystals resembling mica.
The general formula for chlorite is (Mg, Fe)3(Si, Al)4O10(OH)2·(Mg, Fe)3(OH)6. This formula emphasizes the structure of the group, as TOTO, and consists of alternating TOT layers and O layers. It is a 2 : 2 type.

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