Lesson: Network Covalent Structures Chemistry • 10th Grade

In this lesson, we will learn how to recognize network covalent structures and describe their general properties.

Lesson Plan

Students will be able to

compare the difference in structure between simple molecular and network covalent structures,
recognize network covalent structures from diagrams showing their bonding and structure,
compare the strengths of intermolecular forces and covalent bonding between network covalent structures and simple molecular structures,
describe the properties of network covalent structures and how they link to their strong covalent bonds.

Lesson Video

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Lesson Worksheet

Q1:

Which of the following properties can generally be used to differentiate a molecular solid from a covalent network?

Q2:

At room temperature and pressure, the most stable form of sulfur is the simple molecule . However, heating the material to a high temperature can produce continuous chains of sulfur atoms. Which term best describes the type of structure displayed by high-temperature sulfur?

Q3:

In solids displaying simple molecular structures, which type of bonding is typically present?