what is hydration energy? how it varies in alkali metals? please explain in full detail and easy language please
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The heat energy released when new bonds are made between the ions and water molecules is known as the hydration enthalpy.
The hydration enthalpy of alkali metals decreases with increases in atomic/ionic radii
Lithium ion has maximum degree of hydration because of smallest size.
The hydration enthalpy of alkali metals decreases with increases in atomic/ionic radii
Lithium ion has maximum degree of hydration because of smallest size.
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