The compound Cu(OH)2(s) produces CuO(s) and
H2O (g) when heated to high temperatures. This is
a decomposition reaction.
(a) What is an alternative classification of this
reaction:
Cu(OH)2(s)+ heat →
CuO(s) + H2O(g)
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(b) What reaction takes place when HCl(aq) is added to
Cu(OH)2(s)? Write a balanced chemical equation for
the reaction and classify it.