Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Simple molecules and covalent bonds

Simple molecules and covalent bonds — practice question

Sulfur is a simple molecule with the formula $\text{S}_8$. In which row are sulfur’s melting point and the explanation for it correctly described?

  • Amelting point: high; explanation: the covalent bonds between sulfur atoms are strong
  • Bmelting point: high; explanation: the covalent bonds between sulfur molecules are strong
  • Cmelting point: low; explanation: the forces of attraction between sulfur atoms are weak
  • Dmelting point: low; explanation: the forces of attraction between sulfur molecules are weak

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