Which of the Following Ions Should Have the Most Exothermic

question 160

Multiple Choice

Which of the following ions should have the most exothermic Δ_hydrationH?

• A) Na⁺
• B) Mg²⁺
• C) Al³⁺
• D) Ca²⁺
• E) Sr²⁺

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