Practice Covalent Solids (1.2.4.b) - Chapter 1: Solid State

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Question 1.
What is a covalent solid?
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Think about how atoms interact with each other.
Question 2.
Name one example of a covalent solid.
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Consider materials that are very hard.
3Question 3.
Which of the following is a property of covalent solids?
- Good conductors of electricity
- High melting points
- Low hardness
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Remember, what are covalent solids known for?
4Question 4.
True or False: All covalent solids are conductive.
- True
- False
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Consider the type of bonding in these solids.
Question 5.
Design a new material that combines the properties of covalent solids and explains how this could enhance its use in technology.
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Think of how atomic structure can be manipulated.
Question 6.
Evaluate the trade-offs of using covalent solids in industrial applications versus metallic solids.
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Consider the different environments where these materials are deployed.

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