Bond Distance: Attraction vs. Repulsion

In summary, bond distance refers to the distance between the nuclei of two bonded atoms, also known as bond length. In bond distance, attraction refers to the force that holds two atoms together, while repulsion refers to the force that pushes two atoms apart. The strength of a bond is affected by bond distance, with a shorter distance resulting in a stronger bond due to increased attraction between the nuclei. Bond distance is influenced by the type of atoms, number of shared electrons, and external forces like temperature or pressure. It can be measured experimentally using techniques like X-ray crystallography or spectroscopy.
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According to my textbook
The distance at which attractive fOrces overcome repulsive forces is called bond distance.
I want to ask if I would say
The distance at which repulsive forces overcome attractive forces is called bond distance
Will it be correct?
 
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Both your statement and the one in the textbook are equivalent.

But I would prefer to say that the bond length is the distance at which repulsive and attractive forces cancel out. "Overcome" suggests to me one being stronger than the other, which is not true - they are equal.
 
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Related to Bond Distance: Attraction vs. Repulsion

What is bond distance?

Bond distance refers to the distance between the nuclei of two bonded atoms. It is also known as bond length.

What is the difference between attraction and repulsion in bond distance?

In bond distance, attraction refers to the force that holds two atoms together, while repulsion refers to the force that pushes two atoms apart. These forces are determined by the balance between attractive and repulsive forces between the nuclei of the bonded atoms.

How does bond distance affect the strength of a bond?

The shorter the bond distance, the stronger the bond between two atoms. This is because a shorter distance allows for stronger attraction between the nuclei of the bonded atoms.

What factors influence bond distance?

Bond distance is influenced by the type of atoms involved in a bond, the number of electrons shared between them, and the presence of any external forces such as temperature or pressure.

Can bond distance be measured experimentally?

Yes, bond distance can be measured using techniques such as X-ray crystallography or spectroscopy. These methods involve analyzing the interactions between atoms to determine their distance from each other.

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