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Definition of Cu3(PO4)2: Cu3(PO4)2, also known as Copper(II) Phosphate, is an inorganic compound of copper and phosphate. The molecular structure of Cu3(PO4)2 consists of 3 copper atoms (Cu), 8 oxygen atoms (O), and 2 phosphorus atoms (P). The atomic mass of Cu3(PO4)2 is 380.58 g/mol.
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Properties of Cu3(PO4)2:
2.1 Physical properties: Cu3(PO4)2 is a solid at room temperature, has a dark green color, and does not have a distinctive smell. Its pH is uncertain because Cu3(PO4)2 is insoluble in water.
2.2 Chemical properties: Cu3(PO4)2 is very stable against light and heat, and cannot be decomposed by heat. It does not react with dilute acid and only dissolves in strong acid. -
Common chemical reactions of Cu3(PO4)2: Cu3(PO4)2 does not easily react with other substances due to its stable structure. However, it can produce salts when reacting with strong acid.
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Synthesis of Cu3(PO4)2:
4.1 Laboratory synthesis: Cu3(PO4)2 can be synthesized from the reaction between copper sulphate and phosphoric acid.
4.2 Industrial synthesis: In industry, Cu3(PO4)2 is commonly produced from the reaction between copper and phosphoric acid under high-temperature conditions.