Define what is meant by electron affinity.
Define what is meant by lattice energy.
Use the data below together with any relevant values from the Data Booklet to calculate the enthalpy change of formation of zinc bromide, $\text{ZnBr}_2(s)$. A suitable energy cycle may be useful. Given data: Electron affinity of $\text{Br}(g)$ = $-325\ \text{kJ mol}^{-1}$ Enthalpy change of atomisation of $\text{Zn}(s)$ = $+131\ \text{kJ mol}^{-1}$ Enthalpy change of vaporisation of $\text{Br}_2(l)$ = $+31\ \text{kJ mol}^{-1}$ Lattice energy of $\text{ZnBr}_2(s)$ = $-2678\ \text{kJ mol}^{-1}$
Explain why the lattice energies of $\text{ZnBr}_2$ and $\text{ZnCl}_2$ are different.
Explain why the lattice energies of $\text{ZnCl}_2$ and $\text{ZnO}$ are different.