Silicones are ________.

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Silicones are polymers made up of repeating units of alternating silicon and oxygen atoms, with organic groups attached to the silicon atoms. This gives them unique properties such as flexibility, heat resistance, and water repellency. Option B refers to silica, which is a three-dimensional network of silicon and oxygen atoms, but is not a silicone polymer. Option C is also incorrect as it describes a pure silicon network without any organic groups attached. Options D and E are not accurate descriptions of silicone structures.

Silicones Are ________