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VCE Chemistry: Unit 2: Properties of water

19:30Concept lessonIntroductory

This lesson explains Unit 2: Properties of water, focusing on Water structure & properties. It helps students compare intermolecular forces and explain material properties from structure and bonding.

Water structure & propertiesPolarity & intermolecular forcesWaterHydrogen bondingDispersion forcesIntermolecular forcesDipole–dipole forcesMelting point

Learning goals

What you should be able to do

  • compare intermolecular forces
  • explain material properties from structure and bonding
  • explain ionic, metallic and covalent bonding
  • determine molecular polarity

Curriculum links

VCE Chemistry connections

  • Unit 1, Area of Study 1Covalent substances
  • Unit 2, Area of Study 1Water as a unique chemical
  • Unit 2, Area of Study 1Acid-base (proton transfer) reactions