Thermodynamic properties of charged ions

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The discussion centers on the request for documents related to the thermodynamic properties of various cesium chloride compounds and their relevance to heavy ions in spacecraft applications. The main focus is on understanding why heavier ions are preferred over lighter ones in space technology. It is noted that heavier ions can carry more momentum when accelerated by the same potential difference, which contributes to their efficiency in propulsion systems. The inquiry emphasizes the need for research and resources on these thermodynamic properties to support this investigation.
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Hello! I would like to ask anyone who can have documents about the thermodynamic properties of CsCl, Cs2Cl+, CsCl2-,Cs3Cl2+,Cs2cl3- to send me the links please. or anything else that can be related to thermodynamic properties of heavy ions.
Actually i want to make a research on their thermodynamic properties and see why heavier ions are the most used in spacecraft rather than lighter ones.
Thank you
 
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kthouz said:
why heavier ions are the most used in spacecraft rather than lighter ones.

Heavier ions carry more momentum per ion if accelerated by the same potential difference.

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