Structure of silicon(IV) oxide (silicon dioxide) GCSE Chemistry
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Silicon dioxide, or sand, possesses a unique structure with silicon atoms bonded to four oxygen atoms, giving it properties such as hardness, high boiling point, and insolubility in water.
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- Silicon dioxide, commonly found in sand, possesses a diamond-like structure with silicon atoms bonded to four oxygen atoms, contributing to its hardness, high boiling point, and resistance to water solubility.
- The unique molecular arrangement of silicon dioxide, resembling diamond, underlies its exceptional properties such as hardness and high boiling point, making it a crucial component in various industrial applications.
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Sand: Silicon dioxide's diamond-like structure and properties.
- Silicon dioxide, also known as sand, has a structure where each silicon atom is bonded to four oxygen atoms, forming a giant covalent structure similar to diamond, resulting in properties like hardness, high boiling point, and insolubility in water.
