Chemistry 12th Edition

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Chapter 6 - Thermochemistry - Questions & Problems - Page 265: 6.67

Answer

The ionic compound A is more stable than B.

Work Step by Step

The lattice enthalpy of an ionic compound is the enthalpy change that occurs when one mole of the ionic compound dissociates into ions in the gaseous state. Lattice enthalpy of A is greater than B, which means, in order to break compound A into ions, more energy is required. Thus, ionic compound A is stable than B.
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