Properties of Small Molecules (AQA GCSE Chemistry Combined Science): Flashcards
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Another name for small molecules
Another name for small molecules
Simple covalent molecules
Types of atoms in small molecules
Types of atoms in small molecules
Small number of non-metal atoms
How atoms bond in small molecules
How atoms bond in small molecules
By sharing electrons (covalent bonds)
Melting pts of simple covalent molecules
Melting pts of simple covalent molecules
Low
Boiling pts of simple covalent molecules
Boiling pts of simple covalent molecules
Low
Forces between simple covalent molecules
Forces between simple covalent molecules
Weak forces
Why low melting/boiling pts in simple covalent molecules
Why low melting/boiling pts in simple covalent molecules
Weak forces between them, little energy to separate
State of simple covalent molecules at room temp
State of simple covalent molecules at room temp
Gases or liquids
Do simple covalent molecules conduct electricity
Do simple covalent molecules conduct electricity
No, they do not
Why simple covalent molecules don't conduct electricity
Why simple covalent molecules don't conduct electricity
No charged particles (ions)