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When an aqeous solution of copper (II) sulphate is electrolysed between two copper electrodes , the blue colour ions are discharged and deposited as metallic copper at cathode . But the blue colour of the solution does not fade . Explain.

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Electrolysis of Copper(II) Sulphate**: - When an aqueous solution of copper(II) sulphate (CuSO₄) is electrolyzed using copper electrodes, the solution contains copper ions (Cu²⁺) and sulfate ions (SO₄²⁻). 2. **Electrolysis Process**: - At the **cathode** (negative electrode), copper ions (Cu²⁺) gain electrons and are reduced to form metallic copper (Cu): \[ ...
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