A-LevelChemistryChemical bonding9701/12 · Oct/Nov 2020 · Q41 Mark

The structure of compound A is shown. [Figure 4.1] Some of the carbon atoms in compound A have a tetrahedral arrangement of bonds. Some of the carbon atoms in compound A have a trigonal planar arrangement of bonds. How many carbon atoms are there of each type?

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A5 | 12

B8 | 8

C9 | 6

D9 | 8

✓ Correct answer

D: 9 | 8

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Topic: Chemical bonding, A-Level Chemistry (syllabus 9701). Multiple choice, 1 mark.
Source: A-Level Chemistry, Oct/Nov 2020 Paper 1 Variant 2, question 4.

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