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Ch.8 - Basic Concepts of Chemical Bonding
Brown - Chemistry: The Central Science 14th Edition
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Capitolo 8, Problema 23c

The substances NaF and CaO are isoelectronic (have the same number of valence electrons). (c) Without looking up lattice energies, which compound is predicted to have the larger lattice energy?

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Identify the ions present in each compound: NaF consists of Na⁺ and F⁻ ions, while CaO consists of Ca²⁺ and O²⁻ ions.
Understand that lattice energy is influenced by the charge of the ions and the distance between them. Higher charges and smaller distances result in larger lattice energies.
Compare the charges of the ions: Na⁺ and F⁻ both have charges of ±1, while Ca²⁺ and O²⁻ have charges of ±2.
Recognize that the greater the charge on the ions, the stronger the electrostatic attraction between them, leading to a larger lattice energy.
Conclude that CaO, with its ions having higher charges (Ca²⁺ and O²⁻), is predicted to have a larger lattice energy compared to NaF, which has ions with lower charges (Na⁺ and F⁻).

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Lattice Energy

Lattice energy is the energy released when gaseous ions combine to form an ionic solid. It is a measure of the strength of the forces between the ions in an ionic compound. Higher lattice energy indicates stronger ionic bonds, which typically results from smaller ions and higher charges. Understanding lattice energy is crucial for predicting the stability and properties of ionic compounds.
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The size of the ions and their charges significantly influence lattice energy. Smaller ions can pack more closely together, leading to stronger electrostatic attractions and higher lattice energy. Additionally, ions with higher charges create stronger interactions due to the increased electrostatic force. In comparing NaF and CaO, the ionic sizes and charges of sodium, fluoride, calcium, and oxide must be considered.
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