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Among the following, which compound will show the highest lattice energy?

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KF
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NaF
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CsF
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RbF
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Solution

The correct option is A KF
For compounds containing ions of same charge, lattice energy increases as the size of ion decreases. Thus, NaF has highest lattice energy.

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