The above chemical equation describes the chemical reaction between Beryllium (Be) and Copper(II) oxide (CuO), resulting in Beryllium oxide (BeO) and Copper (Cu).
- Reaction conditions:
This reaction typically requires high temperatures to occur.
- Reaction process:
When beryllium (Be) reacts with copper(II) oxide (CuO) at high temperatures, the reaction takes place, resulting in beryllium oxide (BeO) and copper (Cu).
- Phenomenon occurring:
When the reaction occurs, beryllium is oxidized from a non-oxidized state (+0) to +2 in beryllium oxide. Copper in copper(II) oxide is reduced from the oxidized state (+2) down to the non-oxidized state (+0) in the copper metal.
Specifically, the observable phenomenon may be the change in color of the mixture, from the original copper oxide color to the color of copper metal.
Note: This reaction may produce heat and gas, so it should be carried out under controlled and safe conditions.