Draw Lewis Structure
Calculate Formal Charge
Formal Charge = Starting e - nonbinding e - 1/2 bonding
Lattice Energy
Lattice NRG = NRG released when crystal forms from ions
Depends on size of charges
(Large atom = Large Dist. btwn nucleus)
Depends on charge of atoms
(Larger Charge = Strong Attraction)
Most Important
Electronegativity
Increases going left to right.
Increases Going Up
Polar, Non-Polar, Ionic Bonds
Polar: Lewis structure is asymmetrical and there is moderate electronegativity difference
Non-Polar: Lewis Structure is symmetrical and there a small difference in electronegativity
Ionic: Bond between metal and nonmetal with a high amount of electronegativity.