Removing energy from the system (the two He atoms) makes the system more stable, with the most stable point being the potential energy minimum. Potential Energy Repulsive forces dominate Distance between atomic centers Attractive forces dominate Why is the system most stable at that point? (Hint: it is not because the energy is minimized, think about the role of forces!

Removing energy from the system (the two He atoms) makes the system more stable, with the most stable point being the potential energy minimum. Potential Energy Repulsive forces dominate Distance between atomic centers Attractive forces dominate Why is the system most stable at that point? (Hint: it is not because the energy is minimized, think about the role of forces!

Chemistry

10th Edition

ISBN:9781305957404

Author:Steven S. Zumdahl, Susan A. Zumdahl, Donald J. DeCoste

Publisher:Steven S. Zumdahl, Susan A. Zumdahl, Donald J. DeCoste

Chapter1: Chemical Foundations

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1RQ: Define and explain the differences between the following terms. a. law and theory b. theory and...

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