Chapter 11, Problem 32E

Interpretation Introduction

(a)

Interpretation:

The crystalline solid zinc, $\text{Zn}$ is to be classified as ionic, molecular or metallic solid.

Concept introduction:

A solid substance has a fixed shape and a fixed volume. The forces of attraction between the solid particles are very strong. The particles of solids do not move, but they vibrate about their mean position.

Interpretation Introduction

(b)

Interpretation:

The crystalline solid zinc oxide, $\text{ZnO}$ is to be classified as ionic, molecular or metallic solid.

Concept introduction:

A solid substance has a fixed shape and a fixed volume. The forces of attraction between the solid particles are very strong. The particles of solids do not move, but they vibrate about their mean position.

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(c)

Interpretation:

The crystalline solid phosphorous, ${\text{P}}_{\text{4}}$ is to be classified as ionic, molecular or metallic solid.

Concept introduction:

A solid substance has a fixed shape and a fixed volume. The forces of attraction between the solid particles are very strong. The particles of solids do not move, but they vibrate about their mean position.

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(d)

Interpretation:

The crystalline solid iodine monobromide, $\text{IBr}$ is to be classified as ionic, molecular or metallic solid.

Concept introduction:

A solid substance has a fixed shape and a fixed volume. The forces of attraction between the solid particles are very strong. The particles of solids do not move, but they vibrate about their mean position.