Here's why:
* Atomic Number: The atomic number represents the number of protons in the nucleus of an atom. It defines the element.
* Copper Sulfate: Copper sulfate is a compound formed by the combination of copper (Cu), sulfur (S), and oxygen (O) atoms.
To find the atomic numbers of the elements in copper sulfate:
* Copper (Cu): Atomic number 29
* Sulfur (S): Atomic number 16
* Oxygen (O): Atomic number 8