114k views
1 vote
Compute the percent ionic character of the interatomic bonds for the compound LiCl.

A) 25%
B) 50%
C) 75%
D) 100%

User Pavot
by
8.0k points

1 Answer

1 vote

Final answer:

Without the exact values, we cannot calculate the precise percent ionic character of LiCl, but it is expected to be high due to the significant electronegativity difference.

Step-by-step explanation:

To compute the percent ionic character of the interatomic bonds for the compound LiCl, we can refer to data or graphs such as those described in Figure 6.10.2, which shows the relationship between the percent ionic character and the difference in electronegativity between bonded atoms. The electronegativity difference between lithium and chlorine is large, suggesting a significant ionic character. However, without the exact electronegativity values or a given plot, we are unable to calculate the precise percent ionic character of LiCl. Typically, LiCl would have a high percent ionic character due to the large difference in electronegativity.

User Rafael Carvalho
by
9.1k points