Practice mode Solids

Which compound has the highest lattice energy?

Correct answer A. MgO

Explanation

Lattice energy increases with ionic charge and decreases with ionic size. MgO contains small doubly charged Mg²⁺ and O²⁻ ions, so its attraction is far greater than in the singly charged salts.

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