How Cupric Sulfate Is Formed?
Cupric Sulfate Is a Salt Formed by Treating Cupric Oxide with Sulfuric Acid. It Forms as Large, Bright Blue Crystals Containing Five Molecules of Water...
Cupric sulfate is a salt formed by treating cupric oxide with sulfuric acid. It forms as large, bright blue crystals containing five molecules of water (CuSO4∙5H2O) and is known in commerce as blue vitriol.
Where is cupric sulfate found?
Copper sulfate is a naturally occurring pesticide and can be found in plants, soil, food, and water. It is a combination of sulfur and copper.
How do you make cupric sulfate?
- Fill a jar or beaker with 5 ml concentrated sulfuric acid and 30 ml of water. ...
- Set two copper wires into the solution so that they are not touching each other.
- Connect the wires to a 6-volt battery.
- The solution will turn blue as copper sulfate is produced.
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