Here's a breakdown:
* Dissolving: The copper sulfate crystals break apart into individual ions (Cu²⁺ and SO₄²⁻) surrounded by water molecules.
* Aqueous solution: This means the copper sulfate is dissolved in water, creating a homogeneous mixture where the copper sulfate ions are evenly distributed throughout the water.
The solution will appear blue, which is the characteristic color of copper(II) ions in solution.
It's important to note that the copper sulfate itself is not chemically changing during this process; it's simply being dispersed into the water. This is a physical change, not a chemical one.
