What are Ionic Radii?
Ionic radius is the measure of an ion's size in a crystal lattice. It is affected by:
- Atomic number
- Charge state
- Coordination number
- Electronic configuration
- Spin state (for transition metals)
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Ionic radius is the measure of an ion's size in a crystal lattice. It is affected by:
Several trends affect ionic radii:
The radius ratio (r+/r-) determines coordination geometry:
Li⁺: 76 pm
Na⁺: 102 pm
K⁺: 138 pm
Mg²⁺: 72 pm
Ca²⁺: 100 pm
Sr²⁺: 118 pm
F⁻: 133 pm
Cl⁻: 181 pm
O²⁻: 140 pm