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Which alkaline earth metal sulfate has the highest hydration...

Which alkaline earth metal sulfate has the highest hydration enthalpy?

Options

  1. ABeryllium sulfate (BeSO4)
  2. BMagnesium sulfate (MgSO4)
  3. CCalcium sulfate (CaSO4)
  4. DBarium sulfate (BaSO4)

Correct answer

D. Barium sulfate (BaSO4)

Step-by-step solution

Barium sulfate (BaSO4) has the highest hydration enthalpy among alkaline earth metal sulfates, which contributes to its lower solubility in water.
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