Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Giant covalent structures

Giant covalent structures — practice question

This question concerns Group IV elements and the compounds they form.
(a)[2]

Name the state changes shown by A and B.

(b)[4]

Use the kinetic particle model to describe the differences between liquid lead and lead gas in terms of: • how far apart the particles are • how the particles move.

(c)[1]

Describe how the equation shows that lead(II) oxide has been reduced.

(d(i))[1]

State one source that puts lead into the air.

(d(ii))[1]

State one harmful effect of lead on health.

(e(i))[1]

Choose the word that best describes diamond's structure. Circle your answer. giant ionic metallic simple

(e(ii))[1]

Name the type of bonding found in diamond.

(e(iii))[1]

Give one use for diamond.

(e(iv))[1]

Deduce the electronic structure of carbon. Use the Periodic Table as a guide.

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