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Question
Write word equation for the following molecular equation:
CuCo3 → CuO + CO2 [g]
Word equation:
State the characteristics or indications occurring in the above reaction.
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Solution
Copper carbonate → Copper oxide + carbon dioxide
Indication –
The colour of Copper Carbonate (CuCO3) i.e. green changes to Copper oxide (CuO) i.e. Black
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