P-Block Elements Ques 193
Question: The alkali metal halides are soluble in water but $ LiF $ is insoluble because
Options:
A) It is amphoteric
B) The $ Li-F $ bond is highly ionic
C) Its lattice energy is high
D) $ L{{i}^{+}} $ ion is least hydrated
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Answer:
Correct Answer: C
Solution:
Small atomic size of Li and F lattice energy is highest.
