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What is the Formula,chemical name and Use of Blue vitriol?
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The chemical formula of Blue vitriol is CuSO4,5H2O . Its chemical name is copper(II)sulphate pentahydrate.
Uses of Blue vitriol are:
1. It is an antiseptic and antifungal agent.
2. In electroplating processes;
a. Used as an electrolyte in copper refining and copper plating and aluminium plating.
b. Electrolytic production of copper compounds.
3. It is an ingredient for inks and dyes.
4. It is used for etching agent for engraving.
Uses of Blue vitriol are:
1. It is an antiseptic and antifungal agent.
2. In electroplating processes;
a. Used as an electrolyte in copper refining and copper plating and aluminium plating.
b. Electrolytic production of copper compounds.
3. It is an ingredient for inks and dyes.
4. It is used for etching agent for engraving.
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