Copper(II) sulfate pentahydrate (CuSO4·5H2O, Blue vitriol) is a hydrated copper(II) salt. It undergoes hydrothermal reactions with the tripodal ligands to afford metal-organic frameworks (MOFs). CuSO4·5H2O along with metallic copper was employed as a catalyst for the synthesis of different ligand-arm functionalized azoamides. On heating above 560C, it decomposes to CuO.
Synonyms: Blue Vitriol; Cupric sulfate pentahydrate; Sulfuric acid, copper(II) salt (1:1) pentahydrate
Molecular Formula: CuO4S · 5H2O
Molecular Weight: 249.69
Linear Structural Formula: CuSO4 · 5H2O
MDL Number: MFCD00149681
Purity: 99-102%
Melting Point: 110 C (dec.) (lit.)
Application: Copper(II) sulfate pentahydrate may be employed in the following studies:
•As a catalyst for the acetylation of alcohols and phenols under solvent-free conditions.
•To compose the electrolyte for the electrodeposition of Cu-Zn-Sn precursors, required for the preparation of Cu2ZnSnS4 (CZTS) thin films.
•As catalyst for the dehydration of alcohols.