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6. Calculate the percentage of oxygen in copper(11)
sulphate crystals (CuSO4.5H2O)​

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Answer:

W.K.T molar mass of Cuso4.5H2O = 159.609 + 90 = ~250. Mass of water of crystallization = 5 * 18 = 90. Percentage = 90/250 * 100= 36%.

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