SCF MO LCGO studies on the hydration of ions: The system Li+·2H2O

The energy of the dihydrated lithium cation Li⁺·2H₂O is studied in several different points within the SCF MO LCAO framework, using a gaussian basis set to approximate the wavefunction. The computed binding energies (hydration energies) and bond distances are compared to the values found for the monohydrate. The results are discussed in view of ion-solvent interaction, and especially of the effect of ions on adjacent hydrogen bonds, in aqueous solutions.It is a pleasure to thank our technical staff for the careful preparation of the input for the programs and for its enthusiastic and skilful assistance in running the computer.