Giant Covalent Structures

These are structures where atoms are bonded in a LARGE NETWORK OF COVALENT BONDS.

Every single atom in these substances is bonded to another with STRONG COVALENT BONDS.

They have HIGH MELTING AND BOILING POINTS because a LARGE AMOUNT OF ENERGY is required to break the strong covalent bonds in the network.

Examples: Diamond, Graphite, and Silicon Dioxide (Silica) are prime examples of giant covalent structures.