Solids: Bonding and Structure Physical properties of solids Types of particles Types of solids Bonding Structure How Bonding and Structure relate to physical properties
Physical Properties of Solids Melting Point/Sublimation Point Heating curves Hardness Malleable or brittle Solubility Polarity Electrical Conductivity Conductivity of solid Conductivity in solution
Particles Atoms Ions Molecules Charged Can be mono or polyatomic Covalently bonded atoms that behave as one unit
Types of Solids Molecular Ionic Metallic Network Van der Waals forces Electrostatic attraction Metallic Metallic bonds Network Covalent bonds
Investigation Test 1: Place small samples around the edge of a metal plate. Apply gentle heat and note any changes that occur over time. Test 2: Place a small amount of each sample in a test tube with a few ml water and note the solubility.
Substance Appearance Effect of Heating Solubility (Leave Blank for now)