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IB Chemistry SL 2.3.2 Metallic bond strength Question Bank

Practise IB Chemistry SL 2.3.2 by comparing metallic bond strength using ion charge, radius and electron density.

Syllabus
First assessment 2025
Course
Chemistry SL
Level
SL

Exam points

  • Identify factors that increase or decrease metallic bond strength across a set of metals.
  • Use ionic radius and charge-density evidence to rank metallic bond strength.
  • Link metallic bond strength to melting point or another physical property.

2.3.2—Bond strength question 1

[Maximum number: 1]

Which series shows the correct order of metallic bond strength from strongest to weakest?

A

Na>K>Rb>Mg

B

Mg>Rb>K>Na

C

Rb>K>Na>Mg

D

Mg>Na>K>Rb

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