Copper(II) Sulphate

What this Compound is made of

• 1 Atom: Copper
• 1 Atom: Sulphur
• 4 Atoms: Oxygen

Physical Properties

• Blue
• Soluble in water
• Melting point: 110'C
• Cloudy
• Powder

Chemical Properties

• Decomposes before melting at 150'C
• Reacts with concentrated hydrochloric acid > tetrachlorocuprate
• Burns with oxygen to create a green flame

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Herbicide, Fungicide, Pesticide

• Herbicide, Fungicide, Peticide
• CONTOLS AND KILLS

Analytical Reagent

• Fehling's and Benedict's Solution
• Biuret reagent
• Test Blood for Anaemia

Safety Precautions

• Safety goggles - prevents eye irritation
• Gloves - wash hands after contact
• Never ingest - nausea, damage to blood cells, liver and kidneys
• Never inhale - cough/sore throat

Copper Sulphate Crystals

That's It!

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