This equation represents the reaction between nitric acid (HNO3) and copper sulfide (CuS) to form copper (II) nitrate (Cu(NO3)2), water (H2O), nitrogen monoxide (NO), and sulfur dioxide (SO2).
- Reaction conditions:
This reaction requires a strong acid environment (provided by HNO3) and high temperature.
- The reaction process:
When HNO3 and CuS come into contact with each other under suitable conditions, the atoms and ions in these molecules will reorganize, forming new reaction products.
- Phenomena that occur:
When the reaction takes place, you will see the initial mixture transform into a green solid substance (copper (II) nitrate) while gases (nitrogen monoxide and sulfur dioxide) will be released. There may be a change in temperature as this reaction is a type of redox reaction.