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The P-Block Elements

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How does ammonia react with a solution of Cu²⁺?

Solution

NH₃ acts as a Lewis base. It donates its electron pair and forms a linkage with metal ion.

{Cu}^{2 +} (aq) + 4 {NH}_{3} (aq) ⇌ \underset{(d e e p b l u e)}{[C u (N H_{3})_{4}]^{2} (a q)}

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Why are pentahalides more covalent than trihalides?

Why is BiH₃ the strongest reducing agent amongst all the hydrides of Group 15 elements?

Why is N₂ less reactive at room temperature?

Mention the conditions required to maximise the yield of ammonia.

What is the covalency of nitrogen in N₂O₅?

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