Copper Sulfate is a blue, crystalline compound used in various industries for its fungicidal properties and in the production of copper chemicals. It is commonly used in agriculture, water treatment, and chemical manufacturing.
- Agriculture: Used as a fungicide and in the control of algae in ponds.
- Water Treatment: Applied for controlling algae and purifying water.
- Chemical Manufacturing: Used as a catalyst and in the production of copper compounds.
- Mining: Used in the extraction of copper from ores.
- Textile Industry: Used in dyeing and printing processes.
Physical and Chemical Properties:
| Properties |
Data |
| Appearance |
Blue crystalline solid |
| Odor |
Odorless |
| Molecular Formula |
CuSO4 |
| Molecular Weight |
159.61 g/mol |
| Melting Point |
110 °C (dehydrates) |
| Density |
2.284 g/cm³ |
| Solubility |
Soluble in water
|
| pH (1% solution) |
4.0 - 5.0 |
| Chemical Stability |
Stable under normal conditions, but hygroscopic |