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  • Nickel and Copper(II) Chloride Reaction: Possible? Explanation & Equation
    No, the reaction of Ni (nickel metal) with CuCl2 (copper(II) chloride) is not possible in the way you've described. Here's why:

    * Activity Series: Nickel (Ni) is more reactive than copper (Cu) in the activity series of metals. This means nickel will displace copper from its compounds.

    * Reaction Equation: The correct reaction is:

    Ni(s) + CuCl2(aq) → NiCl2(aq) + Cu(s)

    * Nickel (Ni) will displace copper (Cu) from the copper(II) chloride solution, forming nickel(II) chloride (NiCl2) and solid copper (Cu).

    In Summary: The reaction you described is not possible as written. Nickel will displace copper from its compound, not the other way around.

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