Edexcel IGCSE Chemistry · Spec 1.20
Classifying Elements Using Conductivity and Oxides
Covers use conductivity to classify elements, Link metal oxides to basic behaviour and Link non-metal oxides to acidic behaviour.
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Classifying Elements Using Conductivity and Oxides
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Spec 1.20
What you need to know
- Use conductivity to classify elements
- Link metal oxides to basic behaviour
- Link non-metal oxides to acidic behaviour
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Why do metals conduct as solids?
They contain mobile delocalised electrons
What do basic oxides form with acids?
A salt and water
Why is graphite an exception?
It is a non-metal that conducts electricity
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