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What defines a crystalline solid?
What defines a crystalline solid?
- The structure is amorphous and irregular.
- Atoms are loosely packed without a fixed shape.
- Atoms form a repeating pattern called a crystal lattice. (correct)
- Atoms are arranged in a random pattern.
What is the coordination number for a Simple Cubic (SC) unit cell?
What is the coordination number for a Simple Cubic (SC) unit cell?
- 4
- 8
- 6 (correct)
- 12
Which type of unit cell has the highest Atomic Packing Factor (APF)?
Which type of unit cell has the highest Atomic Packing Factor (APF)?
- Face-Centered Cubic (FCC) (correct)
- Hexagonal Close-Packed (HCP)
- Body-Centered Cubic (BCC)
- Simple Cubic (SC)
What type of solid is described as having no geometric shape and weak intermolecular forces?
What type of solid is described as having no geometric shape and weak intermolecular forces?
In a Body-Centered Cubic (BCC) unit cell, how many atoms are present per unit cell?
In a Body-Centered Cubic (BCC) unit cell, how many atoms are present per unit cell?
Which type of crystal is composed of charged species?
Which type of crystal is composed of charged species?
What characteristic differentiates anions and cations in ionic crystals?
What characteristic differentiates anions and cations in ionic crystals?
What is a general property of metallic crystals?
What is a general property of metallic crystals?
Which of the following is NOT a type of crystal mentioned?
Which of the following is NOT a type of crystal mentioned?
Why is it difficult to measure the radius of an individual ion?
Why is it difficult to measure the radius of an individual ion?
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Crystalline Solid
Crystalline Solid
A solid where atoms, ions, or molecules are arranged in an ordered, repeating pattern.
Simple Cubic (SC) Unit Cell
Simple Cubic (SC) Unit Cell
A unit cell where atoms are only at the corners of a cube.
Face-Centered Cubic (FCC) Unit Cell
Face-Centered Cubic (FCC) Unit Cell
A unit cell with atoms at the corners and centers of each face of a cube.
Body-Centered Cubic (BCC) Unit Cell
Body-Centered Cubic (BCC) Unit Cell
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Hexagonal Close-Packed (HCP) Unit Cell
Hexagonal Close-Packed (HCP) Unit Cell
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Ionic Crystal Types
Ionic Crystal Types
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Ionic Crystal Characteristics
Ionic Crystal Characteristics
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Crystal Types
Crystal Types
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Metal Characteristics
Metal Characteristics
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Crystal Structure and Properties
Crystal Structure and Properties
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Study Notes
Crystal Structures
- Crystalline solids: Atoms, ions, or molecules arranged in an ordered, repeating pattern (crystal lattice).
- Geometric shapes, firm, rigid, incompressible.
- Uniform, long-range intermolecular forces.
- High melting and boiling points. Examples: Quartz, salt, diamond
Amorphous Solids
- Random, irregular arrangement of particles.
- Rigid structures, lack a well-defined shape.
- Weak, variable intermolecular forces.
- Low melting and boiling points. Examples: Glass, plastic, rubber
Unit Cells
- Basic structural unit of a crystalline solid.
- Lattice points are sites occupied by atoms, ions, or molecules.
- Various types of unit cells:
- Simple cubic (SC): Atoms at corners (coordination number 6, APF ~0.52)
- Face-centered cubic (FCC): Atoms at corners and face centers (coordination number 12, APF ~0.74)
- Body-centered cubic (BCC): Atoms at corners and body center (coordination number 8, APF ~0.68)
- Hexagonal close-packed (HCP): Atoms packed in hexagonal layers (coordination number 12, APF ~0.74)
Types of Crystals
- Classification based on forces holding particles together:
- Ionic: Electrostatic attraction between charged species (cations and anions). Hard, brittle, high melting point, poor conductors. Examples: NaCl, LiF, MgO
- Covalent: Covalent bonds forming an extensive three-dimensional network. Hard, high melting point, poor conductors. Examples: Diamond, Quartz
- Molecular: Van der Waals forces and/or hydrogen bonds between molecules. Soft, low melting point, poor conductors. Examples: Argon, Carbon dioxide
- Metallic: Metallic bonds (delocalized valence electrons). Soft to hard, low to high melting point, good conductors. Examples: Copper, Iron
Metals
- Good conductors of heat and electricity, shiny luster, malleable and ductile.
- Characterized by delocalized valence electrons.
- Most metals are hard, high melting point, high density.
- Exceptions: Mercury (liquid at room temp), Sodium and Potassium (soft)
Minerals and Ores
- A mineral is a naturally occurring substance with a specific chemical composition and structure.
- An ore is a mineral (or combination) from which a metal can be extracted profitably.
Metallurgy
- Science and technology of separating metals from their ores and creating alloys.
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Explore the fascinating world of crystal structures and the differences between crystalline and amorphous solids. This quiz covers unit cells, their types, and characteristics of various solid states, including examples like quartz and glass. Test your knowledge and understand the key concepts in solid-state chemistry.
