Chemistry

Chemistry

Problem

Four hypothetical 1 : 1 ionic compounds are described below. Compound W: charges ±1, sum of ionic radii = 300 pm Compound X: charges ±2, sum of ionic radii = 300 pm Compound Y: charges ±1, sum of ionic radii = 120 pm Compound Z: charges ±2, sum of ionic radii = 150 pm Based on these data, which compound should have the SMALLEST magnitude of lattice energy? a) XX b) WW c) YY d) ZZ

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