Chapter 3, Problem 3.88P

Interpretation Introduction

(a)

Interpretation:

Whether UO₂ is expected to have the fluorite, zincblende or sodium chloride structure should be identified, and the lattice parameter is determined.

Concept Introduction:

Uranium dioxide also called as Urania is black in color. This element is radioactive and powdered crystalline and it is found in the uraninite mineral. The ratio of radius of cation to anion can helps in determining the coordination number of the compound from table B in Appendix

Interpretation Introduction

(b)

Interpretation:

The density should be determined.

Concept Introduction:

Uranium dioxide also called as urania is black in color. This element is radioactive and powdered crystalline and it is found in the uraninite mineral.

Interpretation Introduction

(c)

Interpretation:

The packing factor should be determined.

Concept Introduction:

Uranium dioxide also called as urania is black in color. This element is radioactive and powdered crystalline and it is found in the uraninite mineral.