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- Detailed information about the reaction CaO + CuSO4 -> CaSO4 + Cu:
- In this reaction, calcium oxide (CaO) reacts with copper (II) sulfate (CuSO4) to produce calcium sulfate (CaSO4) and copper (Cu).
- Equilibrium equation: CaO + CuSO4 -> CaSO4 + Cu
- Reaction conditions:
- The reaction occurs under standard conditions with the presence of temperature and pressure.
- In some cases, the reaction may occur in an acidic or basic environment.
- Reaction process:
- The reaction starts by mixing CaO with CuSO4. When these two substances come into contact with each other, they begin to react.
- The result of the reaction is the formation of CaSO4 and Cu. Cu will appear as a solid, while CaSO4 will be in solution.
- Occurrences:
- When the reaction occurs, you will see a red solid (copper) appear.
- If the reaction takes place in solution, you will see the color of the solution change from the blue of CuSO4 to the white of CaSO4.
- Heat may be generated during the reaction, causing the mixture to heat up.
- Gas may also be produced, depending on the reaction conditions and reactants.