Edexcel International GCSE Chemistry
Edexcel International GCSE Chemistry Covalent Bonding Exam Questions
Free Edexcel International GCSE Chemistry exam questions on Covalent Bonding, with mark schemes. Covers covalent bonds, simple molecules, giant covalent structures and their properties.
Covalent Bonding exam questions
These packs of real past exam questions cover the whole of Section 1: Principles of Chemistry, including Covalent Bonding. Work through every question on this sub-topic, then mark your answers against the mark scheme.
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Edexcel IGCSE Chemistry 4CH1 Flashcards (Anki & Quizlet)
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About Edexcel International GCSE Chemistry Covalent Bonding
This sub-topic covers covalent bonding.
What you need to know
- Covalent bonds Shared pairs of electrons.
- Simple molecules Weak intermolecular forces and low melting points.
- Giant structures Diamond, graphite and C60.
Common mistakes in Covalent Bonding
- Saying covalent bonds break when simple molecules melt.
- Mixing diamond and graphite properties.
Try two Covalent Bonding exam-style questions
1. Explain why graphite conducts electricity. (1 mark)
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Delocalised electrons can move between layers.
2. Explain why methane has a low boiling point. (1 mark)
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Weak intermolecular forces.
Covalent Bonding FAQs
What does this cover?
Covalent bonding and structures.
Why is diamond hard?
Each carbon has four strong covalent bonds.
Revise this topic with flashcards: Edexcel IGCSE Chemistry 4CH1 Flashcards, with mark scheme answers for Anki and Quizlet.
