Question

what is the name of this ion :Cu++​

Answer 1

The name of the ion is Copper.

Explanation:

• Copper is a chemical element symbolized as Cu. It has different ions, one of which is Cu(2+) and Cu(1+).
• Copper on losing 2 electrons forms the ion Cu(2+)
• Copper(2+) is an ion that carries double positive charge.
• It plays the role of a cofactor.
• It is also more stable than the single positive ion Cu(1+)

Answer 2

Cupric ion.

Explanation:

• Copper element is symbolized as Cu.
• Copper forms two types of ion that is cuprous ion and cupric ion.
• Cuprous ion has a charge of +1.

• The name of Cu++ ion is a cupric ion.

• Copper(II) has +2 charge.

• It acquires the charge of +2 when a copper atom loses two electrons to acquire stability.

• Its electronic configuration is as follows-

         [Ar], 3d9