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Why does silicone dioxide have a higher melting point than sodium chloride?
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Why does silicone dioxide have a higher melting point than sodium chloride?

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  • It has a very high melting point as the ionic bond is very strong between them.
  • More force is required to break down.
  • Silicon dioxide is a giant covalent structure.
  • It also has the highest melting point because the covalent bonds between them is the strongest.
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