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Mg2+ is a smaller cation than Na+ and also carries more

Chapter 6, Problem 68P

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\(M g^{2+}\) is a smaller cation than \(\mathrm{Na}^{+}\) and also carries more positive charge. Which of the two species has a larger hydration energy (in kJ/mol)? Explain.

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QUESTION:

\(M g^{2+}\) is a smaller cation than \(\mathrm{Na}^{+}\) and also carries more positive charge. Which of the two species has a larger hydration energy (in kJ/mol)? Explain.

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Here, we are going to compare the hydration energy of the given ions.

 

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