- Definition of CuHPO4
CuHPO4, also known as Copper(II) Hydrogen Phosphate, is a compound composed of one copper atom, one hydrogen atom, one phosphorus atom and four oxygen atoms. The molecular weight of CuHPO4 is 179.57 g/mol. The ionic structure of CuHPO4 is Cu2+ and HPO4^2-.
- Properties of CuHPO4
2.1 Physical properties of CuHPO4
CuHPO4 typically appears as a blue or blue-green powder with no distinct smell. Its pH level is not specifically determined since it is insoluble in water.
2.2 Chemical properties of CuHPO4
CuHPO4 does not dissolve in water but dissolves in acid. It can react with strong acids to produce copper salts and phosphoric acid.
- Common chemical reactions of CuHPO4
For CuHPO4, there is no specific information about its reaction with metals, acids, non-metals, and salts. However, it can react with strong acids to produce copper salts and phosphoric acid.
- Synthesis of CuHPO4
4.1 Laboratory synthesis of CuHPO4
CuHPO4 can be synthesized in a laboratory by reacting Cu(OH)2 with H3PO4.
4.2 Industrial synthesis of CuHPO4
On an industrial scale, CuHPO4 can be prepared by reacting CuSO4 with Na2HPO4.