Lithium metasilicate is an ionic compound with the formula Li2SiO3 ==Preparation== Lithium metasilicate is prepared by the reaction of lithium carbonate and silicon dioxide at temperatures between 515-565°C. ==Applications== The melting of lithium metasilicate is used for the calibration of thermocouples. ... Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lithium_metasilicate