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Hey all
Why does Silicon Dioxide have a Giant molecular structure, while Carbon dioxide is made of simple molecules?
They both have 4 electrons on their valence shells, so why wouldn't Silicon Dioxide be a simple linear molecule? (gaseous).
Why does Silicon Dioxide have a Giant molecular structure, while Carbon dioxide is made of simple molecules?
They both have 4 electrons on their valence shells, so why wouldn't Silicon Dioxide be a simple linear molecule? (gaseous).