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The stability of an ionic crystal depend...

The stability of an ionic crystal depends principally on

A

High electron gain enthalpy of the anion forming species

B

The lattice enthalpy of the crystal

C

Low ionization enthalpy of the cation forming species

D

Low heat of sublimation of cation forming solid

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