Copper(I) oxide

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Copper(I) oxide
Names
IUPAC name
Copper(I) oxide
Properties
Cu2O
Molar mass 143.09 g/mol
Appearance Brownish-red solid
Odor Odorless
Density 6.0 g/cm3
Insoluble
Vapor pressure ~0 mmHg
Related compounds
Related compounds
Copper(II) oxide
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
Infobox references

Copper(I) oxide or cuprous oxide is the inorganic compound with the formula Cu2O.

Properties

Chemical

Physical

Availability

Is is sold by chemical suppliers. Can also be bought online.

Preparation

Reduction of copper(II) solutions with sulfur dioxide will yield this compound.

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References

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