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The correct order of stability for the following superoxides isA. `KO_(2)gtRbO_(2)CsO_(2)`B. `RbO_(2)gtCsO_(2)gtKO_(2)`C. `CsO_(2)gtRbO_(2)gtKO_(2)`D. `KO_(2)gtCsO_(2)gtRbO_(2)`

Answer» Correct Answer - C
With the increase in size of metal ion `K^(o+) lt Rb^(o+) lt Cs^(o+)`, compatibility with superoxide ion `(O_(2)^(Θ))`, increases, resulting in increase in lattice energy or stability of the peroxide formed.


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