25..16 Types of Solids

Question 1

ionic solid

Answer 1

• held by electrostatic attraction between cations and anions
• solid at RT

Question 2

network solid

Answer 2

• held by lattice of covalent bonds

- solid at RT

Question 3

metallic solid

Answer 3

• metal, covalently bound lattice but with 1 or more valence electrons that can move around
• solid at RT (except Hg), but more malleable + ductile

Question 4

molecular solid

Answer 4

• held by intermolecular interactions

- liquid or gas at RT