Which compound is expected to have the most exothermic lattice energy?
Correct answer B. MgO
Explanation
Lattice energy is larger for ions of higher charge and smaller radius. Mg²⁺ and O²⁻ are small and doubly charged, so MgO has a much more exothermic lattice energy than the singly charged halides.
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