Compare the lattice energy of LiF to the lattice energy of NaCl. Explain the difference in values based on your understanding of Coulomb’s Law.

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A. Compare the lattice energy of LiF to the lattice energy of NaCl. Explain the difference in values based on your understanding of Coulomb’s Law.



B. Compare the lattice energy of MgO to the lattice energy of NaCl. Explain the difference in values based on your understanding of Coulomb’s Law.



C. What two properties of Coulomb’s Law are being compared in parts A and B? Which seems to be more significant in terms of predicting lattice energy values?

 

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