Practice question
Question
Which group 2 element has the highest lattice energy in its chloride compound?
Explanation
Lattice energy increases with smaller cation size and higher charge density. BeCl₂ (Be²⁺, smallest) has the highest lattice energy among Be, Mg, Ca, and Sr chlorides.
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