11. Bonding & Molecular Structure
Lattice Energy
12PRACTICE PROBLEM
The lattice energy of LiF is 1030 kJ/mol while that of KBr is 671 kJ/mol. Given that both LiF and KBr have the same rock salt structure and ionic charges, determine which compound have the greater ionic separation.
The lattice energy of LiF is 1030 kJ/mol while that of KBr is 671 kJ/mol. Given that both LiF and KBr have the same rock salt structure and ionic charges, determine which compound have the greater ionic separation.