Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Giant covalent structures

Giant covalent structures — practice question

Table 3.1 shows some properties of graphite, oxygen and carbon monoxide.
(a(i))[1]

Explain why graphite is able to conduct electricity in the solid state.

(a(ii))[2]

Complete the dot-and-cross diagram in Fig. 3.1 for a molecule of oxygen. Show only the outer shell electrons.

(a(iii))[2]

Deduce the physical state of carbon monoxide at -195^{\circ}C. Use the information in Table 3.1 to support your answer.

(a(iv))[3]

Explain, using structure and bonding, why graphite has a much higher melting point than carbon monoxide.

(b)[2]

Potassium and chlorine react to make potassium chloride. Write a symbol equation for this reaction.

(c(i))[2]

State the meaning of electrolysis.

(c(ii))[2]

Write an ionic half-equation for oxygen being produced at the anode.

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