modelling compounds Flashcards
1
Q
name 2 reasons why is a bord-rutherford diagram is useful
A
- it shows what happens during the formation of ionic and covalent compounds
- shows electron arrangements
2
Q
why is a ball- and- stick model useful?
A
it shows the overall shape of a molecule
3
Q
why is the shape of a molecule important?
A
the shape influences the properties of the compound
4
Q
what does a space- filling model do?
A
shows the overall shape of a molecule and the relative sizes of atoms; it is the most accurate