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Published on: August 13, 2026
All Cu(II) halides are known except the iodide. The reason for it is that
A
Iodide is bulky ion
B
oxidizes iodide to iodine
C
has much more negative hydration enthalpy
D
ion has smaller size
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Verified by ExpertsThe correct answer is:
B
The 
immediately decomposes to liberate 
ad insoluble copper (i) iodide
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