Draw a graph showing the change in potential energy as two molecules of fluorine get closer to each other. Label the position where the molecules are most stable. Explain why the potential energy changes (either increases or decreases) as the two molecules approach. Now using a dotted line draw a similar curve - on the same set of axes. Show the change in potential energy when two chlorine molecules approach each other. Compare the energy changes and position of greatest stability for chlorine to the curve you drew for fluorine. Explain why they are different

Draw a graph showing the change in potential energy as two molecules of fluorine get closer to each other. Label the position where the molecules are most stable. Explain why the potential energy changes (either increases or decreases) as the two molecules approach. Now using a dotted line draw a similar curve - on the same set of axes. Show the change in potential energy when two chlorine molecules approach each other. Compare the energy changes and position of greatest stability for chlorine to the curve you drew for fluorine. Explain why they are different

Introductory Chemistry: A Foundation

9th Edition

ISBN:9781337399425

Author:Steven S. Zumdahl, Donald J. DeCoste

Publisher:Steven S. Zumdahl, Donald J. DeCoste

Chapter12: Chemical Bonding

Section: Chapter Questions

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