Here's how to break it down:
* Cu: The symbol for copper. "Cupric" indicates the copper ion has a +2 charge (Cu²⁺).
* HSO₄: The formula for bisulfate, which is a hydrogen sulfate ion.
* (HSO₄)₂: The subscript "2" indicates there are two bisulfate ions for each copper ion.
So, the full formula reflects the balanced charges of the copper ion and the bisulfate ions.