the compound SiO why don't exist??????
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SiO means Silicon Oxide
Silicon valency = +4
Oxygen valency = -2
Since both are unequal, there won't be a stable bonding. To overcome this problem, two oxygen would be required.
Valency of 2 Oxygen = 2 x -2 = -4
Hence the correct compound will be SiO2. (Silicon Dioxide)
Silicon valency = +4
Oxygen valency = -2
Since both are unequal, there won't be a stable bonding. To overcome this problem, two oxygen would be required.
Valency of 2 Oxygen = 2 x -2 = -4
Hence the correct compound will be SiO2. (Silicon Dioxide)
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but depending upon the oxidation state i want the answer
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