O. Sproston Structure and bonding

Question 1

The definition of an ionic bond

Answer 1

The strong electrostatic attraction between oppositely charged ions

Question 2

Definition of Covalent Bond

Answer 2

The strong electrostatic attraction between the nuclei and the shared electron pairs

Question 3

Metallic compounds definition

Answer 3

The strong electrostatic attraction between the metallic cations and the delocalised sea of electrons

Question 4

Simple molecular substances with covalent bonds have a low melting point beacause…

Answer 4

IMFs are weak between individual molecules

Question 5

What structure do ionic compounds form

Answer 5

Giant Ionic Lattices

Question 6

Metallic compounds conduct electricity. Why?

Answer 6

The electrons are delocalised and free to move which means that charge can flow through the metal

Question 7

Diamond is the strongest substance which can theoretically be found. Why?

Answer 7

Diamond forms a giant covenant compound, and since it is formed with Carbon, it is a covalent bond which is the strongest bond formable. Carbon also forms bonds with 4 other carbon atoms in the tetrahedral structure

Question 8

IMF stands for…

Answer 8

Inter-molecular forces.