Can the cation affect the color of a solution? Can the anion affect the color of a solution? Provide supporting evidence for each case. Several different batches of drink mix have different appearances. The solution is supposed to be somewhat red in color, but that is not always the case. What do you think went wrong? Provide a plausible reason, consistent with the observations.

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Explanation:

It depends on where the transition metal is because frequently, transition metal would produce colored solutions. So a cation or anion can produce a color effect in a solution.

metals are good conductor of electricity. it has free electrons on their surface. according to electron pool theory, each atom present in a metal crystal losses all of its valence electron and as a result a pool of free is form. these pool of electrons are free to move and   conduct electricity easily   while making metal as good conductor.

the correct answer is a. the ability of electrons to flow throughout the metal.

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