Which of the following ionic compounds would be expected to have the highest lattice energy?
A)NaF
B)NaCl
C)NaBr
D)NaI

Name: Which of the following ionic compounds would be expected to have the highest lattice energy? A)NaF B)NaCl C)NaBr D)NaI
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Lattice energy is higher for compounds with smaller ions and higher charges. NaF has the smallest anion (F-) among the given options, leading to stronger electrostatic forces and thus the highest lattice energy.

Which of the Following Ionic Compounds Would Be Expected to Have