Ionic Bonds
Problems and Solutions
Problem :
Using your knowledge of electronegativity, tell whether each of the following bonds will be ionic.
a. H-H
b. O-Cl
c. Na-F
d. C-N
e. Cs-F
f. Zn-Cl
Problem :
For each pair, indicate which bond will be stronger.
a. C-H, Li-F
b. Li-F, Mg-O
c. Li-F, Cs-I
Problem :
Two ions of with charges +1 and -1 are separated by a distance of 1.0 angstroms. By what factor is the potential energy increased when those ions are moved to 4.0 angstroms away?
