Average distance of ions in solute?

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The discussion centers on calculating the average distance between sodium (Na) and chloride (Cl) ions in a sodium chloride (NaCl) solution with a concentration of 0.1 M. The inquiry seeks to determine if it is feasible to compute this distance, assuming the ions are uniformly mixed. A reference link to a study is provided, suggesting that there may be relevant methodologies or calculations within that document to aid in determining the average ionic distance in the solution. The focus remains on the scientific principles and calculations involved in understanding ionic interactions in a concentrated solution.

Jul 5, 2013

somasimple

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Hi,
If we know the concentration of a salt (i.e NaCl) in a solute (i.e 0.1 M), is it possible to compute an average distance (in nm) of each Na vs/ Cl ions in this solute assumed mixed?

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Jul 5, 2013

somasimple

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Found this ?
https://estudogeral.sib.uc.pt/bitstream/10316/5074/1/file4c93c3373868407ca077938706026a64.pdf

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