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Question

A solution of CuSO₄ is

A

Acidic in nature

B

Alkaline in nature

C

Neutral in nature

D

Amphoteric in nature

Answer

Acidic in nature

Explanation

Solution

A solution of CuSO₄ is acidic due to hydrolysis of strong conjugate acid Cu²⁺ ions,

Cu²⁺ + H₂O $\rightleftarrows$ Cu (OH)⁺ + H⁺