Topic 3.3 Chemical Properties Flashcards
Define molecular covalent
only covalent when existing as molecules
What is the oxide of Na?
Na2O
Alkali metals’ reaction with water is through the ________ reaction.
displacement
Reactivity of an alkali increases (down/up) a group
down
How does sulfur oxide conduct electricity in MOLTEN (liquid) state?
none
Charge of Al?
+3
Complete the reaction:
SO3(l) + H2O(l) -> _______________
H2SO4(aq)
(sulphuric acid)
Oxide of phosphorus
P4O10
Amphoterics act as a(n) _________ when reacted with an acid.
base
Complete the Reaction:
MgO(s) + H2O(l) -> _______________
Mg(OH)2(aq)
Charge on Na?
+1
Acidic/Basic Character of Na2O
Very basic
Structure of chlorine oxide?
Molecular covalent
How does SiO2 conduct electricity in MOLTEN (liquid) state?
very LOW
Define monotomic
Monotomic: exist as SINGLE atoms.
Mono-> single
What does alkali mean?
basic
Alkali metals are found where in nature?
Trick question,
they’re too reactive to occur naturally (use electrolysis to obtain them)
Electronegavity increases across a period from ________ to ________? (element names)
From Na to Cl2
Metallic nature of P (Phosphorus)
Nonmetal
Charge of S?
+6/+4
All oxides are found to be solid except in ______, ________, and ________.
S and Cl and P
Metallic nature of Na?
Metal
Structure of Silicon Oxide
Giant covalent
How does MgO conduct electricity in MOLTEN (liquid) state?
High
Complete the reaction:
Na2O(s) + H2O(l) -> _________(__)
2NaOH(aq)