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Why is LiF almost insoluble in the water while LiCl is soluble not only in water but also in acetone?

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LiF is only slighty soluble in water due to its high lattice energy.The hydration enthalpy is greater than the lattice enthalpy for LiCl and it dissolves in water .
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