Which of the following statements is TRUE?

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Silicates are indeed covalent atomic solids that contain silicon and oxygen, forming a vast array of minerals and compounds that are fundamental to the Earth's crust. Silicon atoms can form pi bonds, but they are less common due to silicon's larger atomic size compared to carbon, making statement A incorrect. Oxygen, not silicon, is the most abundant element in the Earth's crust, making statement C incorrect. Silicon is not known as a strong oxidizing agent; elements like fluorine hold that distinction, making statement D incorrect.

Which of the Following Statements Is TRUE