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what is the meaning of charge on a compound like so4(2-)


what is the meaning of charge on a compound like so4(2-)



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SAGAR SINGH - IIT DELHI
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13 years ago

Dear student,

The notation of the + and - charges on ions is very important as it conveys a definite meaning. Whereas elements are neutral in charge, IONS have either a positive or negative charge depending upon whether there is an excess of protons (positive ion) or excess of electrons (negative ion).

Ionic bonding is best treated using a simple electrostatic model . The electrostatic model is simply an application of the charge principles that opposite charges attract and similar charges repel. An ionic compound results from the interaction of a positive and negative ion, such as sodium and chloride in common salt.

The IONIC BOND results as a balance between the force of attraction between opposite plus and minus charges of the ions and the force of repulsion between similar negative charges in the electron clouds. In crystalline compounds this net balance of forces is called the LATTICE ENERGY. Lattice energy is the energy released in the formation of an ionic compound.

 

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