Thermochemistry Flashcards

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What is lattice energy?

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This is the energy required to separate one mole of an ionic compound into its gaseous ions.

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Define lattice energy in relation to the formation of ionic compounds.

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Lattice energy is the amount of energy released as one mole of an ionic compound is formed from its constituent, gaseous ions.

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