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Ammonia forms the complex [Cu(NH3)4]2+ with copper ions in alkaline solution but not in acidic solution. The reason for this is

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In acidic solutions, protons coordinate with ammonia molecules
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In acidic solutions, hydration protects copper ions
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In alkaline solutions, insoluble Cu(OH)2 is precipitated which is soluble in excess any alkali
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Copper hydroxide is an amphoteric substance
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Solution

The correct option is A In acidic solutions, protons coordinate with ammonia molecules
In acidic solution NH3 lone pair get coordinated to H+ and hence lp of 'N' has not been available to donate to copper thus making complex unstable in acidic solution.

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