Answer to Question #272465 in Physics for Cheppie

Question

The total potential energy of a system of two atoms is given by

U =(−p/r³)+(q/r^6)

The atoms form a stable bond at a bond length of 3.2 Å with the release of 12 eV.

a) Calculate p and q.

b) Determine the critical distance.

• At critical separation, force is maximum

c) Find the force needed to dissociate this molecule.

Answer 1

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