Atomic combinations — Grade 11 Past Paper Questions

4 past paper questions on atomic combinations from KwaZulu-Natal, 2025. Read what each one asks, then open it with its memo.

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2025 · Paper 2 · June · KwaZulu-Natal · Question 1

Determine which of the four given molecules displays non-polar characteristics overall despite possessing polar covalent bonds between its constituent atoms.

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2025 · Paper 2 · June · KwaZulu-Natal · Question 2

Determine valence electrons in nitrogen and sulfur; define covalent bonds; identify intramolecular and intermolecular bonding in ionic and covalent compounds; draw Lewis structures and explain molecular shapes.

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2025 · Paper 2 · June · KwaZulu-Natal · Question 3

Analyze a potential energy graph to determine bond energy and bond length of H₂; explain attraction and repulsion forces between atoms; compare H₂ and N₂ bond properties.

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2025 · Paper 2 · June · KwaZulu-Natal · Question 1

Multiple-choice questions covering hydrogen bonding classification, vapor pressure comparisons among hydrides, properties of intermolecular forces, dative covalent bonding formation, and molecular polarity determined by molecular geometry.

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