Can the concept of hybridization be applied to what we consider ionic,

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The discussion centers on the applicability of hybridization concepts to ionic compounds, specifically using MgCl2 as an example. Participants explore the nature of ionic versus covalent bonding and the implications for hybridization, touching on quantum mechanics and bond character.

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  • One participant questions whether hybridization can be applied to ionic compounds like MgCl2, suggesting sp hybridization.
  • Another participant asserts that hybridization is exclusive to covalent bonding, indicating that ionic compounds involve complete electron transfer, thus rendering hybridization inapplicable.
  • A participant reiterates that ionic compounds involve complete electron transfer and challenges the applicability of hybridization, while also expressing a desire for verification of their understanding as a beginner in quantum mechanics.
  • There is a claim that no bonds are completely ionic, suggesting that hybridization could still be relevant for MgCl2.
  • Another participant raises the question of whether Fajan's rules and concepts of dipole moment and electronegativity can help predict the ionic or covalent nature of bonds, using NaCl, BF3, and AlCl3 as examples.

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Participants express differing views on the applicability of hybridization to ionic compounds, with some asserting it does not apply while others suggest it may have relevance. The discussion remains unresolved regarding the extent to which hybridization can be considered in the context of ionic bonding.

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Participants highlight the complexity of bond character, noting that hybridization may not be strictly applicable to ionic bonds due to the nature of electron transfer. There are also references to quantum mechanics concepts that may not be fully understood by all participants.

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This discussion may be of interest to students and enthusiasts of chemistry and quantum mechanics, particularly those exploring the nuances of bonding theories and their applications.

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Can the concept of hybridization be applied to what we consider ionic, such as MgCl2 (sp hybridization, if we apply it)?
 
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By my knowledge, the answer is 'no'. Hybridization applies to covalent bonding only.
 


Ionic compond involves complete transfer of electron (or its wavefunction) from one atom to another , so hybrization does not apply. Dexter is right. Unless you wish to use Schrödinger equation to work out MO individually around the Anion.
Anyone will like to verify my statement ? I am beginner to learn quantum mechanics
 


In sp2 hybridization, how to obtain the normalization coefficients in the wavefuction of the hybrid orbitals, which always in surds ? Or pls some references? Thanks a lot
 


Well, thanks a lot, but I'm unaware (as in not fully acquainted with) of quantum mechanics...
 


gerrardz said:
Ionic compond involves complete transfer of electron (or its wavefunction) from one atom to another , so hybrization does not apply. Dexter is right. Unless you wish to use Schrödinger equation to work out MO individually around the Anion.
Anyone will like to verify my statement ? I am beginner to learn quantum mechanics

There are no completely ionic bonds. Hence hybridization is potentially relevant also for MgCl2.
 


Ya, all bonds are partially ionic and partially covalent. So, what in the case of NaCl? And my main question - will the Fajan's rules and dipole moment-electronegativity concepts help us predict the primarily covalent or ionic nature of a bond, as in BF3 or AlCl3, which seem to be ionic but are primarily covalent. Where to start then - from covalent or ionic? or do these concepts help only in predicting the 'relative' covalent and ionic characters of similar bonds?
 

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