Chemistry: The Central Science (13th Edition)

Published by Prentice Hall
ISBN 10: 0321910419
ISBN 13: 978-0-32191-041-7

Chapter 12 - Solids and Modern Materials - Exercises - Page 522: 12.10b

Answer

covalent-network solid

Work Step by Step

Silicon dioxide is composed of a large network of silicon and oxide ions. These particles form a lattice of covalent bonds, creating a very hard covalent-network solid.
Update this answer!

You can help us out by revising, improving and updating this answer.

Update this answer

After you claim an answer you’ll have 24 hours to send in a draft. An editor will review the submission and either publish your submission or provide feedback.