Question

Silicon has the same type of macro molecular structures as diamond . Explain why one atom of either element can form four covalent bonds

Answer 1

Answer:

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Answer 2

Explanation:

Because both the elements have 4 valence electrons and thus can form only 4 covalent bonds as expansion of octet is not possible because of the high penetration effect or shielding effect of the electrons present in s orbital