The nature of Binding Force in Ionic Crystals is

Correct answer: C. Electrostatic

  • A. Magnetic
  • B. Repulsive
  • C. Electrostatic
  • D. Weak

Explanation

An ionic crystal consists of ions bound together by electrostatic attraction. The arrangement of ions in a regular, geometric structure is called a crystal lattice. Examples of such crystals are the alkali halides, which include: potassium fluoride (KF).

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Ionic crystal shape depends on the regular arrangement of oppositely charged ions in a three-dimensional lattice. The topic covers coordination number, radius ratios, lattice geometry and structures such as sodium chloride, caesium chloride and zinc sulfide, which should not be confused with the molecular shapes predicted by VSEPR theory.

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