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Question
Classify the following solids into different types:
a. Ammonium phosphate
b. Brass
c. S8 molecule
d. Diamond
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Solution
a. Ammonium phosphate - Ionic solid
b. Brass - Metallic solid
c. S8 molecule - Molecular solid
d. Diamond - Covalent or network solid
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