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The oxidation state shown by silicon whe...

The oxidation state shown by silicon when it combines with strongly electropositive metals is

A

`-2`

B

`-4`

C

`+4`

D

`-2`

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B
Silicon forms silicides with strongly electropositive metals (like Na,Mg,K etc.) In these compounds. It has oxidation number `=-4 .`
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