giant covalent molecules Flashcards
1
Q
what is a covalent bond?
A
a bond between atoms formed when atoms SHARE electrons to achieve a full outer shell of electrons
2
Q
explain the melting and boiling points of covalent bonds
A
HIGH melting and boiling points because a large amount of energy is needed to overcome the strong covalent bonds
3
Q
conductivity of covalent bonds
A
most covalent structures do not allow for free moving charged particles so most have no charge (an exception of this is graphite)
