NEETChemistryRedox Reactions
C 6 H 5 CHO(l) + 2Cu 2+ (aq) + 5OH – (aq) → No change observed. 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 C 6 H 5 CHO
Correct answer
D. Cu 2+ ions form complex ions with C 6 H 5 CHO
Step-by-step solution
Correct Option is : (D) Cu 2+ ions form complex ions with C 6 H 5 CHO