Silicon Dioxide in the Lithosphere Flashcards
1
Q
What is a lot of the silicon and oxygen present as in the lithosphere?
A
The compound silicon dioxide (SiO(2))
2
Q
What does silicon dioxide form?
A
A giant covalent structure, so it has similar properties to diamond (LOOK AT CARBON IN THE LITHOSPHERE)
3
Q
What are the properties of silicon dioxide?
A
- Hard
- High melting point
- Electrical insulator
- Insoluble in water
