Understanding Lattice and Hydration Enthalpies
- Created by: joe sharpe
- Created on: 14-04-11 15:18
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A large exothermic value for lattice enthalpy corresponds to a strong electrostatic force between two ions.
There are two factors affecting lattice enthalpy:
- Ionic size
- Ionic charge
Ionic size
Smaller ions form stronger ionic bonds, as the electrostatic force decreases with distance. Therefore, as…
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