Rxn - Non metals + Hydrogen Flashcards
1
Q
what do they form
A
covalent hydrides , non metal hydrides are formed by sharing of electrons, by covalent bonding
2
Q
h2 + s -> h2s hydrogen sulphide smell?
A
like rotten eggs
3
Q
N2 + 3H2 -> 2HN3 (ammonia) in the presence of?
A
Iron catalyst
4
Q
hydride of carbon?
A
methane (CH4)
5
Q
y ARE THESE NON METAL HYDRIDES COVALETN HYDRIDES?
A
Bcs non metal atoms cannot give electrons to hydrogen atoms to form hydride ions, they are liqs or gases, x electricity , stable compounds