Answer:
Covalent solids, also called network solids, are solids that are held together by covalent bonds. As such, they need localized electrons (shared between the atoms) and therefore the atoms are arranged in fixed geometries. Distortion far from this geometry can only occur through a breaking of covalent sigma bonds.
Answer:
5.702 mol K₂SO₄
General Formulas and Concepts:
<u>Atomic Structure</u>
- Reading a Periodic Table
- Compounds
- Moles
<u>Stoichiometry</u>
- Using Dimensional Analysis
Explanation:
<u>Step 1: Define</u>
[Given] 993.6 g K₂SO₄
[Solve] moles K₂SO₄
<u>Step 2: Identify Conversions</u>
[PT] Molar Mass of K: 39.10 g/mol
[PT] Molar Mass of S: 32.07 g/mol
[PT] Molar mass of O: 16.00 g/mol
Molar Mass of K₂SO₄: 2(39.10) + 32.07 + 4(16.00) = 174.27 g/mol
<u>Step 3: Convert</u>
- [DA] Set up:

- [DA] Divide [Cancel out units]:

<u>Step 4: Check</u>
<em>Follow sig fig rules and round. We are given 4 sig figs.</em>
5.7015 mol K₂SO₄ ≈ 5.702 mol K₂SO₄