Combined Science GCSE
Diamond, graphite and silicon dioxide
What Diamond, graphite and silicon dioxide means in Combined Science GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Diamond, graphite and silicon dioxide
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Forms of carbon and silica given as examples of giant covalent structures.
Topics that use Diamond, graphite and silicon dioxide
- Giant covalent structures (AQA GCSE)
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