Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Simple molecules and covalent bonds

Simple molecules and covalent bonds — practice question

The diagram presents the structures of five substances, A, B, C, D and E. A: a ring made up only of sulfur atoms linked by single covalent bonds. B: a molecule in which sulfur is bonded to two hydrogen atoms. C: a structure with two carbon atoms joined together, hydrogen atoms attached, and a sulfur atom bonded to hydrogen. D: a molecule showing sulfur double-bonded to two oxygen atoms. E: a molecule in which two sulfur atoms are bonded together, with each sulfur also bonded to a chlorine atom. Use only the structures shown in the diagram to answer the questions below. Each structure may be chosen once, more than once or not at all.
(a(i))[1]

Which of A, B, C, D or E is an element?

(a(ii))[1]

Which of A, B, C, D or E has a structure similar to ethanol?

(a(iii))[1]

Which of A, B, C, D or E is a compound that contributes to acid rain?

(a(iv))[1]

Which of A, B, C, D or E has double covalent bonds?

(a(v))[1]

Which of A, B, C, D or E contains halogen atoms?

(b)[3]

Structure A is a non-metal. State three usual differences between metals and non-metals.

(c)[1]

What does the term compound mean?

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