What is the chemical compound name for quartz?

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23 Jul 2024
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Quartz is chemically known as silicon dioxide (SiO2). Stannous oxide refers to tin(II) oxide, and aluminium oxide is a different compound entirely. Therefore, the correct chemical name for quartz is silicon dioxide.

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