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H 3 PO 2 (aq) + 2CuSO 4 (aq) + 2 H 2 O(l) → H 3 PO 4 (aq) + 2Cu(s) + H 2 SO 4 (aq) What is the inference about the behavior of Cu 2+ ions from this reaction?

Options

  1. ACu 2+ ions are easily reduced to Cu(s)
  2. BCu 2+ ions are oxidizing agents
  3. CCu 2+ ions are inert in aqueous solutions
  4. DCu 2+ ions form complex ions with H 3 PO 2

Correct answer

B. Cu 2+ ions are oxidizing agents

Step-by-step solution

Correct Option is : (B) Cu 2+ ions are oxidizing agents

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