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Which metal ion has highest stability in the Irving-Williams order of stability of metal ions?

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Mn2+
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Zn2+
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Fe2+
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Cu2+
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Solution

The correct option is D Cu2+
Stability of complexes formed by divalent first-row transition metal ions generally increase across the period to maximum stability across copper.

Mn2+<Fe2+<Co2+<Ni2+<Cu2+>Zn2+

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