Lesson Worksheet: Lattice Energies of Ionic Solids Chemistry • 10th Grade

In this worksheet, we will practice defining the lattice energy of an ionic solid and describing how its value varies with ion size and charge.

Q1:

The lattice energy of LiF is 1,023 kJ/mol, and the LiF distance is 201 pm. MgO crystallizes in the same structure as LiF but with a MgO distance of 205 pm. Which of the following values most closely approximates the lattice energy of MgO?

Q2:

The formation of an ionic lattice from a metal and a nonmetal can be divided into four stages:

  1. Conversion of elements to gaseous atoms
  2. Removal of electrons from metal atoms
  3. Addition of electrons to nonmetal atoms
  4. Formation of a lattice from gaseous ions

Which two stages are typically exothermic?

  • A1 and 3
  • B2 and 4
  • C1 and 2
  • D2 and 3
  • E3 and 4

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