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The alkali metal halides are soluble in ...

The alkali metal halides are soluble in water but LiF is insoluble because

A

It is amphoteric

B

The Li - F bond is highly ionic

C

Its lattice energy is high

D

`Li^+` ion is least hydrated

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C
Small atomic size of Li and F, lattice energy is highest.
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