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Which one of the following alkaline earth metal sulphates has its hydration enthalpy greater than its lattice enthalpy?A. `SrSO_4`B. `CaSO_4`C. `BeSO_4`D. `BaSO_4` |
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Answer» Correct Answer - C Among alkaline earth metals, lattice enthalpy remain almost constant but hydration enthalpy decreases down the group. Thus `BeSO_4` has ligher hydration enthalpy as compared to lattice enthalpy: `BeSO_4` is readily soluble in water. |
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