Chapter 2, Problem 2.19P

Interpretation Introduction

(a)

Interpretation:

The metallic and covalent primary bonds needs to be compared in terms of the nature of bond.

Concept introduction:

The metallic primary bonds are created due to the donation of valence electrons andthe creation of positive charges. The covalent primary bonds are created due to sharing of the electrons with nearby atoms.

Interpretation Introduction

(b)

Interpretation:

The metallic and covalent primary bonds needs to be compared in terms of the valence of the atoms involved.

Concept introduction:

The metallic primary bonds are created due to the donation of valence electrons andthe creation of positive charges. The covalent primary bonds are created due to sharing of the electrons with nearby atoms.

Interpretation Introduction

(c)

Interpretation:

The metallic and covalent primary bonds needs to be compared in terms of the ductility of the bonded atoms.

Concept introduction:

The metallic primary bonds are created due to the donation of valence electrons andthe creation of positive charges. The covalent primary bonds are created due to sharing of the electrons with nearby atoms.