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Specification Checklist

Can you describe the shapes of, and bond angles in,
molecules and ions with up to six electron pairs
2.2.2 g
(including lone pairs) as predicted by electron pair
repulsion

Can you use electron pair repulsion to explain the

2.2.2 h shapes of molecules and ions: linear, non-linear, trigonal
planar, pyramidal, tetrahedral and octahedral?

Can you describe electronegativity; interpretation of

2.2.2 i
Pauling electronegativity values?

Can you explain a polar bond and permanent dipole

2.2.2 j i within molecules containing covalently- bonded atoms
with different electronegativities?

Can you explain a polar molecule and overall dipole in

2.2.2 j ii
terms of permanent dipole(s) and molecular shape?

Can you describe intermolecular forces based on

2.2.2 k permanent dipole–dipole interactions and induced
dipole–dipole interactions?

Can you describe hydrogen bonding as intermolecular

2.2.2 l bonding between molecules containing N, O or F and
the H atom of –NH, –OH or HF?

Can you explain anomalous properties of H2O resulting

from hydrogen bonding? for example, the density of ice
2.2.2 m
compared with water? for example, its relatively high
melting and boiling points?

Can you explain the solid structures of simple molecular

2.2.2 n lattices, as covalently bonded molecules attracted by
intermolecular forces (e.g. I2, ice)?

Can you explain the effect of structure and bonding on

the physical properties of covalent compounds with
2.2.2 o
simple molecular lattice structures including melting and
boiling points, solubility and electrical conductivity?
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