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What are the limitations of the Born-Lande' equation?
The Born-Lande' equation is used to theoretically calculate the lattice energy, $\Delta U$, of ionic compounds. It is often cited as such in literature,
$$\Delta U = -\frac{k_Az_1z_2Me^2}{4 \pi \...
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How is the covalency of terminal carbons of a diamond satisfied? [duplicate]
Are the terminal carbons of the diamond lattice remain bonded to some element like hydrogen?
Or, is it that they don't achieve octate in their outer shell?
