Questions tagged [organosilicon-compounds]
For questions about organo-silicon compounds, chemical, physical, and optical properties.
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Why is R₃P=O common but R₂Si=O rare? [closed]
I can understand why R₃N=O is 'rare' since for this double bond to form, Nitrogen would have to recruit a d-orbital like phosphorous does (the charge-separated model) but for N the d-orbitals aren't ...
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Does Sugru (Formerol) decay underwater?
Sugru is described as waterproof and dishwasher-safe, but I still wonder if it will decay quickly (within months) if submerged in room-temperature tap water.
Aren't silicone rubbers susceptible to ...
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