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5 marksStructure and Bonding

CSEC Chemistry · January 2014 · Paper 2 · Question 4(b)(i)

Graphite is used as an electrode, but element M is not likely to be used as an electrode.

With reference to the bonding in graphite and M, and their relative positions in the Periodic Table, explain why graphite is used as an electrode and M is not.

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  1. 4(a)(i)Calculate the relative atomic mass of Element M.[2 marks]
  2. 4(a)(ii)Write a balanced equation, including state symbols, to show the formation of the chloride of M.[2 marks]
  3. 4(a)(iii)a)Describe the formation of the type of bond found in Element M.[2 marks]
  4. 4(a)(iii)b)Describe the formation of the type of bond found in the chloride of Element M.[2 marks]
  5. 4(b)(ii)Draw a diagram to show the bonding in the element chlorine.[2 marks]

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