The Lattice Energy for Ionic Crystals Increases as the Charge

question 38

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 is generally correct.

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