The heat of solution of LiCl is –37.1 kJ/mol, and the lattice energy of LiCl(*) is 828 kJ/mol. Calculate the total heat of hydration of 1 mol of gas phase Li+ ions and Cl– ions.
(A) 791 kJ
(B) 865 kJ
(C) –865 kJ
(D) –791 kJ
(E) of these.
The Correct option is (C) –865 kJ