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The correct order of melting points of the following salts is: LiCl (I) LiF (II) LiBr (III)

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The correct order of melting points of the following salts is:
LiCl (I)
LiF (II)
LiBr (III)

a

I > II > III

b

II > I > III

c

III > II > I

d

II > III > I

✓ Correct answer: b)

II > I > III

Explanation

Smaller the size of anion, smaller is the covalent character and higher will be its melting point. Hence, the order of melting point of lithium salts is LiF > LiCl > LiBr.

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