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What role does the ionization enthalpy play in the stability of an ionic compound?
ChemistryChemical Bonding and Molecular StructureNEET
Options:
  • A It is the primary factor determining stability.
  • B It contributes to the energy absorbed.
  • C It is compensated for by the electron gain enthalpy.
  • D It is not relevant to the stability of ionic compounds.
Solution:
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The correct answer is: It contributes to the energy absorbed.
The ionization enthalpy contributes to the energy absorbed, but the primary factor for stability is the energy released in the formation of the crystal lattice.

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