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Grade 12th passInorganic Chemistry

Why is Li2CO3 decomposed at a lower temperature whereas Na2CO3 at higher temperature?

Profile image of Harshit Singh
5 Years agoGrade 12th pass
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Profile image of Pawan Prajapati
5 Years ago
Answer: Li2CO3 is a covalent compound whereas Na2CO3 is an ionic compound. Therefore, Lattice energy of Na2CO3 is higher than that of Li2CO3. Thus, LiCO3 is decomposed at a lower temperature.

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