The above chemical equation represents the chemical reaction between magnesium oxide (MgO) and copper(II) sulfate (CuSO4) to form magnesium sulfate (MgSO4) and copper (Cu).
- Reaction conditions
For the reaction to occur, sufficient temperature and pressure are required. Additionally, the reactants need to be thoroughly mixed with each other in the solution.
- Reaction process
When MgO comes into contact with CuSO4, the MgO molecule will exchange places with Cu in the CuSO4 molecule, forming MgSO4 and the metal copper Cu.
- Phenomena occurring
When the reaction occurs, there will be a precipitation phenomenon with the red color of the metal copper separating from the solution. In addition, the formed magnesium sulfate solution will be colorless (transparent).