Question

Choose the correct statement for silicon dioxide :

• A. Each silicon atom is surrounded by four oxygen atoms and each oxygen atom is bonded to two silicon atoms
• B. Each silicon atom is surrounded by two oxygen atoms and each oxygen atom is bonded to two silicon atoms
• C. Silicon atom is bonded to two oxygen atoms
• D. There are double bonds between silicon and oxygen atoms

Answer 1

The correct option is A Each silicon atom is surrounded by four oxygen atoms and each oxygen atom is bonded to two silicon atoms

Each silicon atom is surrounded tetrahedrally by four oxygen atoms.