Chemistry 5070 · O Level · Arrangement of elements

Arrangement of elements — practice question

The table lists some properties of the Group IV elements.
(a(i))[2]

Explain, in terms of structure and bonding, why diamond has such a high melting point.

(a(ii))[2]

Use the information in the table to suggest how the structure and bonding of carbon (diamond) is different from that of tin. Explain your answer.

(a(iii))[1]

What does the term amphoteric oxide mean?

(b(i))[3]

Deduce the empirical formula for this chloride compound.

(b(ii))[2]

Predict the structure and bonding for this chloride.

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