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Date May 2022 Marks available 1 Reference code 22M.1.sl.TZ1.10
Level SL Paper 1 Time zone TZ1
Command term State Question number 10 Adapted from N/A

Question

What is the explanation for the high melting point of sodium chloride?

A.  The covalent bond between sodium and chlorine atoms is strong.

B.  Electrostatic attraction between sodium and chloride ions is strong.

C.  Intermolecular forces in sodium chloride are strong.

D.  Delocalized electrons cause strong bonding in sodium chloride.

Markscheme

B

Examiners report

[N/A]

Syllabus sections

Core » Topic 4: Chemical bonding and structure » 4.1 Ionic bonding and structure
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