Ag+ has a more exothermic enthalpy of hydration than Na+ but has a larger ionic radius. Suggest an explanation for this
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Hey! I think this answer here can help you understand it better: thermodynamics - Why does silver (I) have a larger lattice enthalpy and hydration enthalpy than sodium? - Chemistry Stack Exchange
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@SaqibKhan Hey!
The silver ion is larger and can have more interactions at the same time. statistically more water molecules fit around a larger ion.
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