C. in the reaction of copper and silver nitrate, a new substance appeared in the test tube. describe the physical appearance of

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C. in the reaction of copper and silver nitrate, a new substance appeared in the test tube. describe the physical appearance of

the substance and identify its chemical formula

Chemistry

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forsale [732] · Answer 1 · 2022-02-22T13:37:21+03:00

Cu(s) + 2AgNO₃(aq) = Cu(NO₃)₂(aq) + 2Ag(s)

The solution of copper(II) nitrate and metallic silver formed in the reaction.

Colourless solution becomes blue due to the formation of the copper (II) aquacomplex.

Cu²⁺ + 4H₂O = [Cu(H₂O)₄]²⁺
blue