Why is LiOH a weaker base than NaOH [closed]








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Why do LiOH is weak base as compared to NaOH even though it's hydration enthalpy is greater than Na? 




$\ce{NaOH}$ and $\ce{LiOH}$ are both classified as ionic compounds, but as with most things in chemistry, this is always on a continuum scale, in this case between ionic and covalent bonds. $\ce{NaOH}$ is 'more' ionic in character which means its $\ce{OH^-}$ is more frequently unaccompanied by its counter cation, $\ce{Na+}$ as compared to $\ce{LiOH}$ and its corresponding $\ce{Li+}$. 


Without the cation to balance the character, $\ce{OH^-}$ will balance its charge via deprotonation, and hence it is a stronger base.


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