iGCSE Chemistry - Giant Covalent Structures

**This Powerpoint specifically uses the Cambridge iGCSE Chemistry Syllabus and covers all criteria for – Unit 2 - Giant Covalent structures
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Students will be able to -

CORE

1 Describe the giant covalent structures of
graphite and diamond
2 Relate the structures and bonding of graphite
and diamond to their uses, limited to:
(a) graphite as a lubricant and as an electrode
(b) diamond in cutting tools

Supplement

3 Describe the giant covalent structure of
silicon(IV) oxide, SiO2

4 Describe the similarity in properties between
diamond and silicon(IV) oxide, related to their
structures

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