Question detail
Which of the following statements is true about giant covalent structures?
Try the question, check the answer, then read the explanation to understand the curriculum point.
At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Chemical bonds, ionic, covalent and metallic
Question
- A. They consist of small molecules.
- B. They have weak intermolecular forces.
- C. They have strong covalent bonds throughout the structure.
- D. They are made of ionic bonds.
Answer
The correct option is They have strong covalent bonds throughout the structure.. This answer is correct because it matches the approved learning objective to recognise that some covalent substances form giant covalent structures such as diamond and silicon dioxide in the subtopic Covalent bonding.
Explanation
The correct option is They have strong covalent bonds throughout the structure.. They have strong covalent bonds throughout the structure. is correct because it directly supports the approved learning objective to recognise that some covalent substances form giant covalent structures such as diamond and silicon dioxide. This belongs to the subtopic Covalent bonding within Chemical bonds, ionic, covalent and metallic, so the explanation must stay tied to that curriculum context. The other options are incorrect because they either do not answer this learning objective, use a vague statement, or move away from Covalent bonding.
Common mistake
Confusing Giant Covalent Structures
Students often confuse giant covalent structures with simple covalent molecules, thinking they behave the same way.
Emphasize that giant covalent structures, like diamond and silicon dioxide, have strong covalent bonds throughout the entire structure, unlike simple covalent molecules which have weaker intermolecular forces.
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