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Write down the electronic configuration of a copper ion in this complex ion: [Cu(H2O)6]2+

The electronic configuration is 1s2,2s2,2p6,3s2,3p6,3d9 (or [Ar]3d9); as the electronic configuration of the neutral copper is [Ar]3d10,4s1, which is unusual and differs from most transition metal ions.

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Answered by Mikael F. Chemistry tutor
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Explain why ethanol has a higher boiling point than ethene (3)

I would recommend drawing both molecules to identify the key functional groups and relative sizes of the two molecules before attempting to write an answer. Answer: Ethanol molecules have hydrogen bonding...

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Answered by Edward F. Chemistry tutor
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Explain the difficulties in calculating the carrying capacities for the human population.

In order to understand how to calculate the carrying capacity of humans, we first need to understand which factors limit growth. These include population, natural resources, agricultural production, and i...

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How do I structure an essay?

The main point of writing an exam essay is to always come back to the question - start your introduction by answering the question and refer to it in every paragraph. You should aim for three main points ...

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‘American literature often depicts tension between social classes.’

This question is taken from the 2018 A-Level paper which I sat last year and achieved 59/60.
English at A-Level is challenging because it requires an acute understanding of the Literature but also ...

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Answered by Miranda B. English tutor
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