MHT CET 2026 Chemistry question

Which from the following metal chlorides does not contain water of crystallisation ?

(A)LiCl
(B)
(C)CsClCorrect
(D)

Answer: (C)

Solution

Hydration enthalpy depends on the charge/size ratio of the cation. Small, highly charged ions (, , ) are strongly hydrated, so their chlorides crystallise as hydrates: , ,

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