CAIE IGCSE Chemistry 2.5 Simple Molecules and Covalent Bonds Topic Practice

Question 1

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Which substance has the lowest melting point?

A

graphite

B

methanol

C

silicon(IV) oxide

D

sodium chloride

Question 2

[Maximum number: 1]

How many electrons are shared in one molecule of nitrogen and in one molecule of ethene?

nitrogen

ethene

2

12

2

8

6

12

6

8

Question 3

[Maximum number: 1]

Which statement describes the attractive forces between molecules?

A

They are strong covalent bonds which hold molecules together.

B

They are strong ionic bonds which hold molecules together.

C

They are weak forces formed between covalently-bonded molecules.

D

They are weak forces which hold ions together in a lattice.

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