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Given that, `Co^(3+) +e^(-)rarr Co^(2+) E^(@) = +1.82 V`
`2H_(2)O rarr O_(2) +4H^(+) +4e^(-), E^(@) =- 1.23 V`.
Explain why `Co^(3+)` is not stable in aqueous solutions.

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The `E_(cell)^(@)` can be calculated as follows :
Since `E_(cell)^(@)` is positive, the cell reaction is spontaneous. This means that `Co^(3+)` ion will take part in the reaction. Therefore, `Co^(3+)` is not stable in aqueous solution.
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