MgO does not readily dissolve in water because

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Chemistry WAEC 2012

MgO does not readily dissolve in water because

  • of its high melting point
  • it is a covalent compound
  • it forms a hydroxide when dissolved in water
  • its lattice energy is higher than its hydration energy checkmark

The correct answer is: D

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