2022: ☢️ Oxidation States of Copper (Cu) [& Origin, Uses, Discovery ...

Atoms may form different ions and have different oxidation states, even Copper. Ok, so what are the common oxidation states for an atom of Cu?

Note: Learn more about the oxidation states here.

In the case of Copper the most common oxidation states is ( (2),1). There are also cool facts about Copper that most don't know about. Let me show you...

Copper Data

Copper Oxidation States

(2),1

Discovery

Discovered By: Known to the ancients.
Year: Unknown
Location: Unknown

Sources

Pure copper occurs rarely in nature. Usually found in sulfides as in chalcopyrite (CuFeS2), coveline (CuS), chalcosine (Cu2S) or oxides like cuprite (Cu2O).

Atomic Mass

63,546

Learn more about the atomic mass.

Uses

Most often used as an electrical conductor. Also used in the manufacture of water pipes. Its alloys are used in jewelry and for coins.

Description

Malleable, ductile, reddish-brown metal.

Atomic Symbol

Cu

Name Origin

Symbol from Latin: cuprum (island of Cyprus famed for its copper mines).

Atomic Number

29

Learn more about the atomic number.

State at 20 °C

Solid

Want to learn more details and data about Copper (Cu)? Check my Elements Comprehensive List.

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Video

Are you having trouble understanding the basics of atomic elements? This video will walk you through:

• What is an element
• What is a substance
• What Elements look like
• How a small number of atoms can be joined and form completely different substances

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