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CHAPTER 3 MCQ

The document consists of multiple-choice questions focused on the properties and uses of graphite and diamond, including their bonding structures and applications as lubricants and electrodes. It also explores the characteristics of metallic bonding and the conductivity of metals like copper. The questions aim to assess understanding of material science concepts related to carbon allotropes and metallic properties.

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CHAPTER 3 MCQ

The document consists of multiple-choice questions focused on the properties and uses of graphite and diamond, including their bonding structures and applications as lubricants and electrodes. It also explores the characteristics of metallic bonding and the conductivity of metals like copper. The questions aim to assess understanding of material science concepts related to carbon allotropes and metallic properties.

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2.

Paper 1

1 Which statement explains why graphite is used as a lubricant?

A Each carbon atom in graphite forms three bonds.


B The bonding in graphite is covalent.
C The carbon atoms are arranged in hexagons.
D There are weak forces of attraction between the layers of carbon atoms.

2 Which statement about graphite explains why it is used as an electrode?

A It contains ions.
B It has a giant covalent structure.
C It is a metal.
D It has mobile electrons.

3 Which use of graphite depends on the layers of carbon atoms being able to slide
over each other?

A cutting tools
B electrodes
C jewellery
D lubricant

4 The ‘lead’ in a pencil is made of a mixture of graphite and clay.

‘lead’

When the percentage of graphite is increased, the pencil moves across the paper

more easily. Which statement explains this observation?

A Graphite has a high melting point.

B Graphite is a form of carbon.

C Graphite is a lubricant.

D Graphite is a non-metal.
2.

5 Which pair of statements about diamond and graphite is correct?

diamond graphite

A Diamond and graphite are both pure carbon. They are both macromolecules.
B Diamond and graphite can both be used as electrodes. Graphite is also used as
a lubricant.
C Diamond has covalent bonds. Graphite has ionic bonds.
D Diamond is hard with a high melting point. Graphite is soft with a low melting
point.

6 Which row describes the bonding in graphite and a use of graphite?

bonding in graphite a use of graphite


ABC each atom is bonded in cutting tools
covalently to three other
atoms
D
each atom is bonded as an electrical conductor
covalently to three other
atoms
each atom is bonded in cutting tools
covalently to four other
atoms
each atom is bonded as an electrical conductor
covalently to four other
atoms
2.

7 The structures of diamond and graphite are shown.

Which statement about diamond and graphite is correct?

A Diamond and graphite contain strong covalent bonds between carbon


atoms.
B Diamond and graphite have delocalised electrons.
C Diamond and graphite have layered structures.
D Diamond and graphite have low melting points.

8 Which statement about graphite explains why it is used as an electrode?

A It contains ions.
B It has a giant covalent structure.
C It is a metal.
D It has mobile electrons.

9 Which substance has a similar structure to silicon(IV) (extended only)


oxide?

A carbon dioxide
B diamond
C graphite
D sodium oxide
2.

10 Graphite has a giant covalent structure.

Which statements about graphite are correct?

1 Carbon atoms form four covalent bonds with neighbouring atoms.


2 There are delocalised electrons between layers of carbon atoms.
3 Graphite is a useful lubricant.
4 Graphite is a good conductor of electricity.

A 1 and 2 B 1, 3 and 4 C 2, 3 and 4 D 3 and 4 only

B.

1 Which row contains a description of metallic bonding and a property that is


explained by reference to metallic bonding?

description property explained by


of metallic reference to metallic
bonding bonding
A a lattice of negative a metal will react with
ions in a sea of delocalised an acid, producing
electrons hydrogen
B
a lattice of negative a piece of a metal can be
ions in a sea of delocalised moulded into different
C electrons shapes
a lattice of positive ions a metal will react with
D in a sea of delocalised an acid, producing
electrons hydrogen
a lattice of positive ions a piece of a metal can be
in a sea of delocalised moulded into different
electrons shapes

2 Which row explains why copper is a good conductor of electricity at room


temperature?

copper electrons
ions move move
freely freely
A no no
B no yes
C yes no
D yes yes
2.

3 Which type of structure and bonding is present in an element that is


malleable and conducts electricity?

A covalent molecular
B ionic lattice
C covalent macromolecular
D metallic lattice

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