Which of the Compounds Below Is an Example of a Network

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which of the compounds below is an example of a network solid?

• A) NaCl(s)
• B) S₈(s)
• C) MgO(s)
• D) SiO₂(s)
• E) C₂₅H₅₂(s)

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