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Chemistry 11
3. Copper (II) oxide, CuO, cannot be formed directly, but is formed from the further oxidation of copper (I) oxide,
Cu2O(s). Draw a particulate reaction showing how copper (I) oxide, Cu2O(s), and oxygen gas, O2(g), can react to
form copper (II) oxide, CuO(s). After drawing the particulate representation, write a symbolic representation
(chemical equation) of the reaction.
4. Research copper (II) oxide, CuO, and copper (I) oxide, Cu2O, to determine what each of these compounds looks
like, what potential hazards they pose and what precautions and equipment need to be used to safely work with
them.
Copper (II) oxide, also known as cupric oxide or CuO, usually takes the form of a black powder. It can
be dangerous ingested, and can cause serious eye damage or irritation. Copper (I) oxide, also known as
cuprous oxide or Cu2O, usually takes the form of red powder. It can be harmful if ingested or inhaled, such as if
fumes are created when the substance is heated. To handle these materials, one should wear safety goggles
(as is standard lab procedure) as well as gloves.
Results
Table 1: Masses of Materials
Material Mass (g)
Watch Glass 150.4
Copper 1
Total 151.32
Table 2: Qualitative Observations vs Time
Time (min) Observation
7:25 It is more solid and fused together than the initial powder