Bismuth is an element in Group 15 of the Periodic Table. Bismuth reduces water to form bismuth oxide, $$\(\mathrm{Bi}_{2} \mathrm{O}_{3}\)$$. A colourless gas that ignites with a squeaky pop also forms. (i) Construct an equation for the reduction of water by bismuth. ................................................................................................................................. (ii) $$\(\mathrm{Bi}_{2} \mathrm{O}_{3}\)$$ is a yellow insoluble solid that melts at 1090 K . The molten compound conducts electricity. Deduce the structure and bonding of $$\(\mathrm{Bi}_{2} \mathrm{O}_{3}\)$$. Explain your answer. ....................................................................................................................................... . ....................................................................................................................................... . .................................................................................................................................

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