Whether the bonding in lithium alkyls is predominantly ionic or covalent is still a matter for debate.

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Whether the bonding in lithium alkyls is predominantly ionic or covalent is still a matter for debate. Assuming a covalent model, use a hybrid orbital approach to suggest a bonding scheme for (MeLi)4. Comment on the bonding picture you have described.

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Inorganic Chemistry

ISBN: 9781292134147

5th Edition

Authors: Catherine Housecroft

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