Question detail
Which of the following diagrams would best represent a small molecule with a single covalent bond?
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. A dot and cross diagram
- B. A ball and stick diagram
- C. A line diagram
- D. A three-dimensional model
Answer
A line diagram
Explanation
A line diagram effectively represents a small molecule by showing single covalent bonds as lines between atoms.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Bond Representation
Students often confuse the representation of single covalent bonds in small molecules by using dots instead of lines.
To fix this, remember that single covalent bonds should be represented using lines, as this indicates the sharing of pairs of electrons between atoms.
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