Identify the accurate statement regarding lattice energy:

Lattice energy is inversely proportional to the distance separating the ions (1/r₀).
When the size of the negative ion increases, the lattice energy of a positive ion also rises.
For a fixed negative ion, the lattice energy grows as the size of the positive ion becomes larger.
In the case of large positive ions, the lattice energy is primarily influenced by the size of the negative ion.

Correct answer: Lattice energy is inversely proportional to the distance separating the ions (1/r₀).

Solution

Lattice energy is inversely proportional to the distance separating the ions, as described by the Born-Lande equation, making it the accurate statement regarding lattice energy.

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