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What is the chemical formula for silicon dioxide?

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The chemical formula for silicon dioxide is SiO2. It is a chemical compound composed of one silicon atom and two oxygen atoms bonded together. Silicon dioxide is a common compound found in nature as quartz and in various forms of sand, as well as in many minerals. It is also known as silica and is a fundamental component of rocks, minerals, and the Earth's crust.