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Name two elements that have variable valency. Give the formula and names of two compounds formed by each of these elements.

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Iron and copper exist in variable valency. For ex., iron exist with +2 and +3. FeO and Fe₂O₃
Copper exist with +1 and +2. Cu₂O and CuO

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