Show that the idea of minimizing the formal charges in a
Chapter 10, Problem 24(choose chapter or problem)
Show that the idea of minimizing the formal charges in a structure is at times in conflict with the observation that compact, symmetrical structures are more commonly observed than elongated ones with many central atoms. Use ClO4 as an illustrative example
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