A simple expression between critical radius ratio and coordination numbers

For the structures of ionic compounds, the radius ratio is defined as the radius of positive ion to the radius of negative ion. It is shown how to calculate this ratio using simple geometry.

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Published in:Journal of chemical education 1994-02, Vol.71 (2), p.147
Main Author: Toofan, Jahansooz
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Chemistry
Coordination
Coordination numbers
Geometry
Inorganic Chemistry
Ions
Negative ions
Organic Chemistry
Positive ions
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Summary:For the structures of ionic compounds, the radius ratio is defined as the radius of positive ion to the radius of negative ion. It is shown how to calculate this ratio using simple geometry.
ISSN:0021-9584
1938-1328
DOI:10.1021/ed071p147