Chemistry 0620 · IGCSE · Simple molecules and covalent bonds

Simple molecules and covalent bonds — practice question

Nitrogen molecules each contain $2$ atoms.
(a(i))[1]

State what the term diatomic means.

(a(ii))[1]

State the percentage of nitrogen present in clean, dry air.

(b)[2]

Ammonia has a simple molecular structure. Complete Fig. 2.1 to display the dot-and-cross diagram for one molecule of ammonia. Show only the outer-shell electrons.

(c(i))[1]

Sodium chloride has a giant ionic structure made of positive and negative ions. State the general term used for any positive ion.

(c(ii))[1]

State one physical property shown by an ionic compound.

(d(i))[1]

Graphite is used as an electrode. State one additional use of graphite.

(d(ii))[1]

Choose the statement that best describes the structure and bonding in graphite. Tick one box: simple covalent molecule; giant ionic; simple ionic; giant covalent.

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