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- How do we calculate the bond dissociation energy of compounds in crystal lattices?
I am trying to understand how certain endothermic reactions work as a layman. I found the idea of reducing a rock to separate atoms fascinating, like what you would see in a comic book. However, I struggled to wrap my head around what that process would be like. I did some preliminary research, so I hope I was able to frame the question appropriately.
) and aluminum oxide (Al O ) differ when they are embedded in a crystal lattice, such as in granite, compared to their isolated molecular forms? What additional interactions (e.g., lattice energy, covalent/ionic bonding) need to be considered when calculating the energy required to break these bonds in the lattice context?