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This question is about substances with covalent bonding. 02.1 Figure 2 shows a ball and stick model of a water molecule (H₂O). Suggest one limitation of using a ba... show full transcript

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Step 1

Suggest one limitation of using a ball and stick model for a water molecule.

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One limitation of using a ball and stick model for a water molecule is that it does not accurately represent the three-dimensional arrangement of atoms in space.

Step 2

Complete the sentence.

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Ice has a low melting point because the intermolecular forces are weak.

Step 3

What is the molecular formula of the molecule in Figure 3?

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The molecular formula of the molecule in Figure 3 is CH₄.

Step 4

What is the number of bonds formed by each carbon atom in diamond? Tick (✓) one box.

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✓ 4

Step 5

Give two physical properties of diamond.

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  1. Diamond is very hard.
  2. Diamond has a very high melting point.

Step 6

Name two other substances with giant covalent structures.

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  1. Graphite
  2. Silicon dioxide

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