Chemistry NCERT Exemplar Solutions Class 11th Chapter Ten Class 11th The S-block Elements Chemistry The S Block Elements

Why are BeSO₄ and MgSO₄ readily soluble in water while CaSO₄, SrSO₄ and BaSO₄ are insoluble?

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BeSO₄ and MgSO₄ readily soluble in water while CaSO₄, SrSO₄ and BaSO₄ are insoluble The greater hydration enthalpy of Be²⁺and Mg²⁺ ions overcome the lattice enthalpy factor and therefore, their sulfates are soluble.

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