Types Of Bonding And Structures Flashcards
What are the characteristics of an ionic compound
It has high melting and boiling points because there is a strong electrostatic force of attraction
What are the characteristics of a giant ionic structure
Closely packed lattice arrangement by attraction between oppositely charged ions
Very strong electrostatic attraction so high melting and boiling points
What are the characteristics of a simple molecular substance
It uses covalent bonding
The atoms within the molecule are held together by very strong bonds
The intermolecular forces are weak so it has a very low melting and boiling point
What are the characteristics of giant covalent structures
A lot of strong covalent bonds so a lot of energy is needed to break them
They don’t conduct electricity (apart from graphite)
Insoluble in water
Diamond and graphite
