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When KCN is added to CuSO(4) solution:...

When KCN is added to `CuSO_(4)` solution:

A

KCN acts an reducing agent

B

KCN acts as an complexing agent

C

`K_(3)[Cu(CN)_(4)]` is formed

D

All are correct

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To solve the question regarding the reaction between KCN and CuSO4, we will analyze the steps involved in the reaction and the roles played by KCN. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Identify the Reactants**: - The reactants in this reaction are Potassium Cyanide (KCN) and Copper(II) Sulfate (CuSO4). 2. **Initial Reaction**: - When KCN is added to CuSO4, the first step involves the formation of Copper(I) Cyanide (CuCN) and Potassium Sulfate (K2SO4). - The reaction can be represented as: \[ \text{CuSO}_4 + 2 \text{KCN} \rightarrow \text{CuCN}_2 + \text{K}_2\text{SO}_4 \] 3. **Disproportionation of CuCN**: - The formed CuCN can undergo disproportionation, where it breaks down into Copper(I) Cyanide (CuCN) and Copper(II) Cyanide (Cu2CN2) along with the release of cyanide ions. - This can be represented as: \[ 2 \text{CuCN} \rightarrow \text{Cu}_2\text{CN}_2 + \text{CN}_2 \] 4. **Formation of the Complex**: - The Copper(I) Cyanide (Cu2CN2) can further react with KCN to form a complex known as Potassium Tetracyanocuprate(II), represented as K3Cu(CN)4. - The reaction can be summarized as: \[ \text{Cu}_2\text{CN}_2 + 4 \text{KCN} \rightarrow \text{K}_3\text{Cu(CN)}_4 \] 5. **Roles of KCN**: - KCN acts as a **reducing agent** because it reduces Copper(II) ions (Cu²⁺) to Copper(I) ions (Cu⁺), indicating a decrease in oxidation state. - KCN also acts as a **complexing agent** since it forms a stable complex with Copper(I) ions. 6. **Final Conclusion**: - All the statements regarding the reaction are correct: - KCN acts as a reducing agent. - KCN acts as a complexing agent. - The complex K3Cu(CN)4 is formed. - Therefore, the correct choice is that all statements are correct. ### Final Answer: The correct option is that all statements are correct. ---
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