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

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Richardsonae · Answer 1 · 2022-08-09T13:45:05+0000

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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.