Q.

CuSO4 solution reacts with excess KCN to give:

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a

Cu(CN)2

b

K3Cu(CN)4

c

CuCN

d

K2Cu(CN)2

answer is D.

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Detailed Solution

Cu2+ is first converted to Cu+ and then precipitated as a result of adding KCN to a solution of CuSO4.
This interacts with extra KCN to create a soluble K3Cu(CN)4 complex.

The following reaction takes place when calcium sulphate solution reacts with excess KCN 

CuSO4+2KCNCu(CN)2+K2SO42Cu(CN)22CuCN+(CN)2CuCN+3KCNK3Cu(CN)4

Hence, option D is the correct answer.

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