Covalent bonding 0.0 / 5 ? Chemistrycovalent bondsGCSEEdexcel Created by: elliekhannaCreated on: 14-06-16 19:36 What is a covalent bond When non metals share PAIRS of electrons 1 of 7 What are properties of covalent molecules Low boiling point, does not conduct electricity, usually a gas or liquid 2 of 7 Why do covalent bond have low boiling points The bonds between atoms are strong but there are weak intermolecular forces 3 of 7 Name two giant covalent structures diamond and graphite 4 of 7 Why can graphite conduct electricity It has delocalised electrons as it only uses 3 of 4 carbon bonds 5 of 7 Why is graphite used as a lubricant or in pencils It is arranged in layers that are held together with weak forces of attraction 6 of 7 Why can diamond not conduct electricity It has no free electrons as all 4 carbon bonds are used up 7 of 7
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