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What is the crystal system of \mathrm{SiO_{2}} ?

Option: 1

Cubic


Option: 2

Orthorhombic
 


Option: 3

Hexagonal

 


Option: 4

Trigonal


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\mathrm{SiO_{2}} has a cubic crystal system, meaning that its crystal lattice has cubic symmetry.

Incorrect options

b) Orthorhombic: Some polymorphs of \mathrm{SiO_{2}}, such as coesite and stishovite, have an orthorhombic crystal system.

c) Hexagonal: Some minerals, such as tridymite, have a hexagonal crystal system.

d) Trigonal: Some minerals, such as cristobalite, have a trigonal crystal system.

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