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2.6 Giant Covalent Structures
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Total cards: 6•Content version: v4•Public deck•Updated: 8/1/2026
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#1
Front (Question)
What are giant covalent structures+eg.
Back (Answer)
Three dimensional structures held together by covalent bonds Graphite Diamond Silicon(IV) oxide
#2
Front (Question)
What are allotropes+eg
Back (Answer)
Same element different atom arrangement Diamond and graphite are allotropes of carbon
#3
Front (Question)
Describe the structure of a diamond
Back (Answer)
Tetrahedral with each carbon atom being bonded to another 4
#4
Front (Question)
What are the properties+reasons of diamond
Back (Answer)
High MP +BP strong covalent bonds throughout the structure Cannot conduct electricity-all electrons involved in bonding, none free to carry charge Insoluble in water Drilling equipment
#5
Front (Question)
Use of diamond
Back (Answer)
Cutting tools
#6
Front (Question)
Use of graphite
Back (Answer)
Lubricant and electrodes