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Year 10

AQA

Higher

Chemistry of carbon

Lessons (8)

Bonding to carbon atoms

I can describe how each carbon atom can form up to four covalent bonds with up to four non-metal atoms.

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1 Video

Diamond and graphite

I can describe the properties of diamond and graphite and explain how they result from their giant covalent structures, as well as relate them to their uses.

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1 Video

Using models to explain state changes

I can explain why there is a difference in melting/boiling points between simple and giant covalent structures, and use models to show the shapes and structures of covalent substances.

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1 Video

Graphene and fullerenes

I can describe the properties of graphene and fullerenes, relating them back to their structures.

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1 Video

Discovery and uses of carbon nanostructures

I can describe the scientific discovery process and relate the uses of nanostructures to their properties, structure and bonding.

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2 Quizzes

1 Video

Hydrocarbons

I can describe alkanes and represent the first four by name, molecular formulae and displayed formulae.

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1 Video

Bonding, structure and properties

I can explain how bonding, structure and properties are linked together and answer related long answer questions.

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1 Video

Nanoparticles

I can compare the sizes of microscopic and submicroscopic ‘particles’ using scientific notation, as well as discuss a variety of applications using nanoparticle technology.

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1 Video