a) I2(g)
b) Van der waal's forces
c) Solution of iodine is alcohol (tincture of iodine) is used as a disinfectant
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In terms of structure and bonding, explain the following observations
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In terms of structure and bonding, explain the following observations
a) The melting point of aluminium is higher than that of sodium:
b) Melting point of chlorine is lower than that of sulphur
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In terms of structure and bonding, explain why the melting point of oxygen is much lower than that of sodium.
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In terms of structure and bonding, explain why the melting point of oxygen is much lower than that of sodium.
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Distinguish between a covalent bond and co-ordinate bond
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Distinguish between a covalent bond and co-ordinate bond.
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The atomic numbers of elements C and D are 19 and 9 respectively. State and explain the electrical conductivity of the compound CD in
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The atomic numbers of elements C and D are 19 and 9 respectively. State and explain the electrical conductivity of the compound CD in
a) Solid state
b) Aqueous state
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With reference to iodine, distinguish between covalent bonds and Van Der Waals forces
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With reference to iodine, distinguish between covalent bonds and Van Der Waals forces.
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Oxygen and sulphur belong to group (VI) of the periodic table. Explain why there is a big difference in their melting points (melting points of oxygen is -216oC) while that of sulphur is 44oC
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Oxygen and sulphur belong to group (VI) of the periodic table. Explain why there is a big difference in their melting points (melting points of oxygen is -216oC) while that of sulphur is 44oC
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The melting point of phosphorus trichloride is - 91oC while that of magnesium chloride is 715oC.
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The melting point of phosphorus trichloride is - 91oC while that of magnesium chloride is 715oC. In terms of structure and bonding, explain the difference in their melting points
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Compound Q is a solid with a giant ionic structure. In what forms would be compound conduct an electric current?
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Compound Q is a solid with a giant ionic structure. In what forms would be compound conduct an electric current?
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Diamond and graphite are allotropes of carbon. In terms of structure and bonding explain the following
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Diamond and graphite are allotropes of carbon. In terms of structure and bonding explain the following:
i) Diamond is used in drilling through hard rocks
ii) Graphite is used as a lubricant
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Explain why the reactivity of group (VII) elements decreases down the group
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Explain why the reactivity of group (VII) elements decreases down the group.
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An atom of hydrogen can form two ions. Write two equations to show how a neutral atom of hydrogen can form two ions
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An atom of hydrogen can form two ions. Write two equations to show how a neutral atom of hydrogen can form two ions. In each case show the sign of energy change involved.
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Name one property of neon that makes it possible to be used in electric lamps
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Name one property of neon that makes it possible to be used in electric lamps.
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Give two reasons why helium is used in weather balloons
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Give two reasons why helium is used in weather balloons.
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Write the formula of sulphide of an element C, whose atomic number is 5. C is not the actual symbol of the element
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Write the formula of sulphide of an element C, whose atomic number is 5. C is not the actual symbol of the element.
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An element Y has the electronic configuration 2.8.5
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An element Y has the electronic configuration 2.8.5
a) which period of the periodic table does the element belong
b) Write a formula of the most stable anion formed when element Y ionises
c) Explain the difference between the atomic radius of element Y and its ionic radius
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The atomic numbers of phosphorus, sulphur and potassium are 15, 16 and 19 respectively. The formulae of their ions are P3-, S2- and K+. These ions have the same number of electrons
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The atomic numbers of phosphorus, sulphur and potassium are 15, 16 and 19 respectively. The formulae of their ions are P3-, S2- and K+. These ions have the same number of electrons
i) Write the electron arrangement of the ions
ii) Arrange the ions in the increasing ionic radius starting with the smallest. Give a reason for the order
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Why is calcium more reactive than beryllium?
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Why is calcium more reactive than beryllium?
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Write the electronic configuration of calcium (atomic number 20) and beryllium (atomic number 4)
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Write the electronic configuration of calcium (atomic number 20) and beryllium (atomic number 4).
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With reference to atomic number of one, explain why hydrogen can be placed in either group I and VII of the periodic table
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With reference to atomic number of one, explain why hydrogen can be placed in either group I and VII of the periodic table.
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The electron arrangement of ions X3+ and Y2- are 2,8 and 2,8,8 respectively
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The electron arrangement of ions X3+ and Y2- are 2,8 and 2,8,8 respectively
a) Write the electronic arrangement of the elements X and Y
b) Write the formula of the compound that would be formed between X and Y
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