Multiple choice

Energy of lattice of compounds having charge on them (i.e. ions) depends on __________.

  1. packing of ions only

  2. size of ion only

  3. charge and size of ion

  4. charge on the ion only

  5. none of these
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Greater the charge and smaller the radius, greater the polarising power and thus, greater the covalent nature. This leads to increase in lattice energy. 

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