The Lattice Energy for Ionic Crystals Increases as the Charge

question 19

Multiple Choice

The lattice energy for ionic crystals increases as the charge on the ions __________ and the size of the ions __________.

• A)increases; increases
• B)increases; decreases
• C)decreases; increases
• D)decreases; decreases
• E)None of these choices are correct.

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