Question

9 Explain why Cu* ion is not stable in aqueous solutions?​

Answer 1

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Answer 2

Answer:

This is because although energy is required to remove one electron from Cu+ to Cu2+, high hydration energy of Cu2+ compensates for it. Therefore, Cu+ion in an aqueous solution is unstable. It disproportionates to give Cu2+ and Cu.