Chemistry A-Level
giant, simple molecular and monatomic structures
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Melting point follows structure: giant metallic and giant covalent elements, then simple molecular elements, then monatomic argon.
Topics that use giant, simple molecular and monatomic structures
- Physical properties of Period 3 elements (AQA A-Level)
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