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Is Cu2+ or Cu+ more stable in water?

The same question, asked 2 times: 1 Feb 2023, 9 Apr 2024. Every wording below, oldest first.

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  1. Question 1

    1 Feb 2023

    127
    Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R). Assertion (A): Cu2+Cu^{2 +} in water is more stable than Cu+Cu^{+}. Reason (R): Enthalpy of hydration for Cu2+Cu^{2 +} is much less than that of Cu+Cu^{+}. In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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  2. Question 2

    9 Apr 2024

    43
    The electronic configuration of Cu(II)Cu(II) is 3 d93{\text{ }d}^{9} whereas that of Cu(I)Cu(I) is 3d103d^{10}. Which of the following is correct?

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