Briefly explain which of the following will produce the stronger aqueous base solution.

Question

a) Cu²⁺ or K⁺

b) Fe²⁺ or Fe³⁺

c) Al³⁺ or Ga³⁺

Answer 1

A . Cu2+ becouse of higher oxidation state

B . Fe3+ becouse of higher oxidation state

3. Ge3+ or Al3+ have a same oxidation state then it compair with radius so that Al have lowest radius then Ge then will be produced strong aqueous base solution

Answer 2

a. Cu2+ because of higher cation charge.

b. Fe3+ because of the higher cation charge.

c. Al3+ because smaller cation radius so the charge is more concentrated producing a more acidic solution.