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Which statements describe lattice energy?

It is the energy the ions absorb when they form a crystalline compound.

It increases as the size of the ions decreases.

It increases as the charge on the ions increases.

It explains why ions form molecules.

It is a measure of the strength of the bonds between ions in a compound.

Ionic compounds tend to be

hard.

soft.

bendable.

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