Explain why Cu + ion is not stable in aqueous solutions?
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this is because in Aqueous solution Cu+ undergoes disproportionation to form a more stable Cu2+
The higher stability of Cu2+ in Aqueous solution may be attributed to its greater negative hydration enthalpy which more than compensate for the second ionisation enthalpy of Cu involved in the formation of Cu2+ ion
The higher stability of Cu2+ in Aqueous solution may be attributed to its greater negative hydration enthalpy which more than compensate for the second ionisation enthalpy of Cu involved in the formation of Cu2+ ion
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