CuSO4ksi

CuSO4ksi is a chemical compound with the formula CuSO4·5H2O. It is commonly known as copper(II) sulfate pentahydrate. This compound is a bright blue crystalline solid that is highly soluble in water. It is widely used in various industrial and laboratory applications due to its properties.

Copper(II) sulfate pentahydrate is primarily used as a fungicide and algaecide in agriculture. It is also employed in the production of other copper compounds and as a reagent in chemical analysis. In the laboratory, it is used to prepare other copper salts and as a source of copper ions in various experiments.

The compound can be prepared by dissolving copper(II) oxide or copper(II) carbonate in sulfuric acid, followed by crystallization from the resulting solution. It is stable under normal conditions but can decompose upon heating, releasing water and forming the anhydrous form, CuSO4.

Copper(II) sulfate pentahydrate is toxic if ingested or inhaled. It can cause skin irritation and eye damage. Proper handling and disposal procedures should be followed when working with this compound to ensure safety.