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Why is Cu^(+) ion not stable in aqueous ...

Why is `Cu^(+)` ion not stable in aqueous solution ?
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Why is `Cu^(+)` is not known in aqueous solution ?

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`2Cu(aq) to Cu^(2(aq)+Cu(s)`
The `E^(@)` Value for this is favourable.
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