Combined Science GCSE
Two-dimensional diagrams
What Two-dimensional diagrams means in Combined Science GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of Two-dimensional diagrams
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Reference: AQA
Are quick to draw and show bonding, but they flatten a three-dimensional structure and can hide which atoms are in front.
Topics that use Two-dimensional diagrams
- Covalent bonding (AQA GCSE)
Related terms
- Ball and stick models
- Counting atoms in models
- Covalent bonding as shared pairs of electrons
- Displayed formulae
- Dot-and-cross diagrams
- Electrical conductivity
- Fragments of giant covalent structures
- Full outer shells
Using Two-dimensional diagrams in the exam
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