Answer:
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Step-by-step explanation:
The chemical compound known as Borates has the Molecular Formula: BO3^-3. It has the shape of a triangle but Borates can form multiples ones that is to say quadrangles. Also, as a result of the fact that the octect is not complete, Borates are used as lewis Acid.
The oxygen present in Borates is/are directly attached to the central atom that is Boron while in non silicates the oxygen(s) that may be present is not directly attached to the central atom.