The present invention provides a functional transition metal silicate (FTMS)effective as a decontaminant, a disinfectant, a detoxificant, a protectant, amicrobicide or combination thereof, comprising a ratio of transition metal tosilica in the transition metal silicate in a predetermined range and astructural composition for said effectiveness, said FTMS being capable ofbeing immobilized on a suitable materials or incorporating into resins and /or coating along with resins on suitable materials.