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1.8 Valence Electrons and Ionic Compounds
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Particulate representation of an ionic crystal before and after a lateral force is applied.
Particulate representation of an ionic crystal before and after a lateral force is applied.
A student investigates the mechanical properties of a crystalline sample of sodium chloride, \(\text{NaCl(s)}\). The student applies a sharp lateral force along one plane of the crystal, shifting the top layer of ions by one position relative to the layer beneath it, as represented in the diagram.

Which of the following best predicts and explains the macroscopic behavior of the crystal when this force is applied?

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