NEETChemistryRedox Reactions
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
- ACu 2+ ions are easily reduced to Cu(s)
- BCu 2+ ions are oxidizing agents
- CCu 2+ ions are inert in aqueous solutions
- 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