What is the correct name of a compound that is formed by Si and O? Chemistry Ionic Bonds Naming Ionic Compounds 1 Answer anor277 Jun 15, 2016 Sand, silica, or silicon dioxide. Explanation: #SiO_2# is silicon dioxide. It is a non-molecular substance. Contrast this with carbon dioxide, which is certainly a molecular substance. Answer link Related questions How do you name ionic compounds with transition metals? What is the name of the ionic compound Ni3(PO4)2? What rules are used to name ionic compounds? How can I name ionic compounds with three elements? How can I name ionic compounds with transition metals? How do you name ionic compounds with roman numerals? How can I name polyatomic ionic compounds? How can I name ionic compounds? How can I name binary ionic compounds? What are some examples of ionic compounds names? See all questions in Naming Ionic Compounds Impact of this question 3767 views around the world You can reuse this answer Creative Commons License