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Which factor offsets the considerable amount of energy required to form M¹+ and M²+ ions for alkali and alkaline earth metals?
High negative values for the enthalpies of hydration of the ions
What balances out the energy required for the formation of gaseous M¹+ and M²+ ions?
The high negative enthalpies of hydration of the ions
What type of ions do alkali and alkaline earth metals form that require a considerable amount of energy?
M¹+ and M²+ ions
Test your knowledge on the hydration energy of alkali and alkaline earth metal ions. Learn about the energy required for the formation of gaseous ions and the offsetting effect by enthalpies of hydration in solution.
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