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  • Sulfur Content in the Formula 5CaSO₄: A Detailed Explanation
    The formula 5CaSO₄ represents 5 sulfur atoms. Here's why:

    * CaSO₄ is the chemical formula for calcium sulfate.

    * 5 is a coefficient in front of the formula.

    * A coefficient multiplies the entire formula.

    Therefore, 5CaSO₄ means there are five units of CaSO₄, and each unit contains one sulfur atom.

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