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The number of water molecule(s) derectly bonded to the metal centre in `CuSO_4.5H_2O` is

A

`2`

B

`3`

C

`4`

D

`5`

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The correct Answer is:
D
The actual description of the compound is `[Cu(H_2O)_4]SO_4* * * * * * * H_2O`
The fifth water molecule is hydrogen bonded to `SO_4^(2-)` ion.
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