Giant Covalent Bonds

Question 1

how many molecules are in a giant covalent bond like a diamond

Answer 1

1

Question 2

to break one of these bonds like a diamond…

Answer 2

it requires a lot of energy to break

Question 3

does a giant covalent bond like diamond conduct

Answer 3

no, because there are no free molecules

Question 4

what is the melting / boiling point of a giant covalent bond like diamond?

Answer 4

high because it requires a lot of energy to break the covalent bonds

Question 5

what is a description of a giant covalent bond like graphite

Answer 5

lots of layers

these flake off easily because of weak intermolecular forces

flexible

Question 6

does a giant covalent bond like graphite conduct electricity

Answer 6

yes because the molecules can move

Question 7

what is the melting / boiling point of a giant covalent bond like graphite?

Answer 7

high because it requires a lot of energy to break the covalent bonds

Question 8

what are 3 differences between giant covalent bonds like diamonds and graphite

Answer 8

diamond graphite

. does not conduct. . does conduct.
. one molecule. . many layers of
covalent bonds.
. no forces are required . held together by
to hold it together. weak intermolecular
forces.

Question 9

all giant covalent bonds are between…

Answer 9

nonmetals