Here's how to break down the elements and atoms in copper sulfate:

Elements:

* Copper (Cu): One copper atom per molecule

* Sulfur (S): One sulfur atom per molecule

* Oxygen (O): Four oxygen atoms per molecule

Atoms:

* Total: 6 atoms per molecule (1 copper + 1 sulfur + 4 oxygen)

Important Note: Copper sulfate can exist in different forms, with different numbers of water molecules attached. The most common form is copper(II) sulfate pentahydrate (CuSO₄·5H₂O). This form has an additional 10 hydrogen atoms and 5 oxygen atoms from the water molecules.

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