Before we delve into Small Molecules it is probably worth revising chemical bonds.....................................
small molecules
What are we referring to when we say 'small molecules'?
Generally:
- non-metal atoms covalently bonded
- 10 or less atoms
They have low melting and boiling points and are poor conductors of electricity.
A few thing you need to understand in relation to small molecules
- Primary & Secondary bonds
- Polar Bonds
- Molecular Shapes
- Polar Molecules
Reading Essentials Workbook pg 15 - 36 including Q1.8 - Q1.12. Discovering Chemistry ch 4 has relevant further reading.
Generally:
- non-metal atoms covalently bonded
- 10 or less atoms
They have low melting and boiling points and are poor conductors of electricity.
A few thing you need to understand in relation to small molecules
- Primary & Secondary bonds
- Polar Bonds
- Molecular Shapes
- Polar Molecules
Reading Essentials Workbook pg 15 - 36 including Q1.8 - Q1.12. Discovering Chemistry ch 4 has relevant further reading.
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Lewis Diagrams
Follow the link on the right to open a document which covers the fundamentals of Lewis Diagrams - important revision, if you are not confident with these ideas. |
The videos below will summarise and expand on the ideas covered in your reading.
Periodic Table Assignment: Part B - due Monday week 4
