Electrostatic charge between a na+ ion and a cl- ion

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The discussion centers on calculating the electrostatic charge between Na+ and Cl- ions. Na+ carries a positive charge equivalent to one elementary charge, while Cl- has a negative charge of one elementary charge due to an extra electron. The user is struggling with discrepancies in their calculations, finding results that differ by a factor of ten. There is an offer for assistance in checking the calculations to resolve the issue. Accurate charge values are essential for correct electrostatic force calculations.
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I have the relevant equation, I just need to know the charges (in coloumbs) of the two ions so I can plug them into it. I thought that it would just be the equivalent charge of the one spare proton/electron, but that did not work so I guess it was a faulty assumption. I have not been able to find this information anywhere.
 
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Cl- means one extra negative elementary (electron) charge. Na+ is one extra positive elementary charge.
 
Thats what I thought, but when I plug the values for those into the equation, it comes out with an answer that is off by a factor of 10 decimal places.
 
Do you want me to check your calc?
 

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