copperoxidehydroxide
Copperoxidehydroxide refers to a group of chemical compounds that contain copper in oxidation states of +2 and +3, combined with oxygen and hydroxide ions. These compounds are often found in nature and have significant relevance in materials science, environmental chemistry, and industrial applications. The most common form is copper(II,III) oxide hydroxide, also known as cupric-cuprous oxide or copper(II) oxide hydroxide, with the general formula Cu₄O₃(OH)₂ or Cu₂(OH)₃O.
Copperoxidehydroxide compounds are typically dark-colored, often appearing as black or dark brown solids. They are formed
In nature, copperoxidehydroxide minerals include tenorite (CuO) and malachite (Cu₂CO₃(OH)₂), though the latter primarily contains carbonate.
The formation of copperoxidehydroxide can also be relevant in environmental contexts, particularly in corrosion studies and