Perfect Ionic Model

Question 1

What does the perfect ionic model assume

Answer 1

Ions are perfect spheres held together only by electrostatic attraction

Question 2

What is the perfect ionic model used for

Answer 2

Theoretical calculations of lattice enthalpies

Question 3

How might theoretical and actual lattice enthalpies differ

Answer 3

Covalent character causes true value to be larger than the theoretical

Question 4

How is true value of lattice enthalpy calculated

Answer 4

Born haber cycle