Thermodynamics and Entropy · Thermodynamics

Lattice Enthalpy and Born Haber Cycles

Analyzing the energy changes involved in the formation of ionic lattices from gaseous ions.

Key Questions

  1. 1How do ionic radii and charge density influence the strength of a crystal lattice?
  2. 2What evidence do Born Haber cycles provide for the degree of covalent character in ionic bonds?
  3. 3Why do theoretical and experimental lattice enthalpy values often differ?

National Curriculum Attainment Targets

A-Level: Chemistry - EnergeticsA-Level: Chemistry - Thermodynamics
Year: Year 13
Subject: Chemistry
Unit: Thermodynamics and Entropy
Period: Thermodynamics

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