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Homework Statement
How many covalent bonds should be there to make a molecule have a giant molecular structure?
"Giant?"Faiq said:giant molecular structure
A giant covalent structure is a type of chemical structure consisting of atoms bonded together by strong covalent bonds. Examples include diamond, graphite, and silicon dioxide.
Giant covalent structures have a three-dimensional network of covalent bonds, whereas other types of structures, such as molecular structures, have discrete molecules held together by weaker intermolecular forces.
Giant covalent structures tend to have high melting and boiling points, as well as high hardness and thermal conductivity. They are also generally insoluble in most solvents.
Diamond, graphite, silicon dioxide, and silicon carbide are all examples of giant covalent structures. Other examples include boron nitride, silicon nitride, and tungsten carbide.
Giant covalent structures are formed through the sharing of electrons between atoms, which creates a strong covalent bond. This process can occur through various types of chemical reactions, such as combustion, synthesis, and decomposition.