3.1.2.2.2 - Giant Covalent Structures
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What is a giant covalent structure?
💡 Hint: Think about the arrangement and strong connection of atoms.
Name one example of a giant covalent structure.
💡 Hint: Consider natural minerals and their properties.
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What type of bond holds the atoms in a giant covalent structure together?
💡 Hint: Think about how electrons are involved in bonding.
True or False: Graphite is a good electrical conductor due to its delocalized electrons.
💡 Hint: Remember graphite’s unique structure.
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Calculate the energy required to break the giant covalent structure in diamond if one bond requires 340 kJ/mol and there are 5 x 10^23 bonds in one mole of diamond.
💡 Hint: Consider how to find total energy for all bonds.
Explain the difference in electrical conductivity between graphite and silicon dioxide and how the structure contributes to this difference.
💡 Hint: Think about the arrangement of electrons in both materials.
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