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  • Hydrated Copper Sulfate: Chemical Formula & Explanation
    The chemical equation for hydrated copper sulfate is CuSO₄·5H₂O.

    Here's a breakdown:

    * CuSO₄: This represents the anhydrous (water-free) copper sulfate.

    * ·: This symbol indicates a hydrate, meaning water molecules are attached to the copper sulfate molecule.

    * 5H₂O: This shows that there are five water molecules associated with each copper sulfate molecule.

    So, the full name for this compound is copper(II) sulfate pentahydrate.

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