Chemical Bonding, Properties and Structures - Giant Covalent Structures Flashcards
1
Q
What is the relative melting point of substances that consist of giant covalent structures
A
very high
2
Q
How are the atoms in giant covalent structures linked together
A
Strong covalent bonds
3
Q
What is required to melt or boil giant covalent strcutres
A
the strong covalent bonds must be overcame
4
Q
what are some examples of giant covalent structures
A
Diamond + graphite - forms of carbon
and silica
