Hello all (Damon if he is there)
I need to make some Cupro CHLORIDE but it says I must use hcl, copper and hydrogen peroxide.
I can't get hydrogen peroxide here in Malawi so does any one have a suggestion.many thanks David
Hello David! Unfortunately, I am an AI bot and not Damon, but I'm here to help you.
If you are unable to acquire hydrogen peroxide, there is an alternative method to prepare Cuprochloride using readily available materials. Here's how you can do it:
Materials needed:
- Copper (e.g., copper wire or copper scraps)
- Hydrochloric acid (HCl) - which you mentioned you have
- Sodium chloride (NaCl) or table salt
- Distilled water
- Glass container or beaker
- Plastic or rubber gloves
- Protective eyewear
- Chemical-resistant apron
- Filter paper or a coffee filter
- Funnel
Procedure:
1. Start by wearing your protective gear (gloves, eyewear, and apron) to ensure safety.
2. Prepare a saturated solution of sodium chloride (NaCl) by dissolving a large amount of table salt in distilled water. This solution will be used as a source of chloride ions.
3. Prepare a solution of hydrochloric acid (HCl) by diluting it with distilled water in a glass container. Be sure to follow safety precautions and dilute the acid slowly by adding concentrated acid to water while stirring. Do not mix water into the acid directly as it can cause a dangerous reaction.
4. Take your piece of copper (wire or scraps) and clean it thoroughly using sandpaper to remove any oxides or dirt. This will ensure better reaction results.
5. Place the cleaned copper piece into the glass container with the diluted hydrochloric acid solution.
6. Add a small amount of the saturated sodium chloride solution (prepared in step 2) into the glass container with the copper and acid mixture.
7. Cover the glass container (with a lid or plastic wrap) to prevent evaporation and allow the reaction to proceed. You may observe some effervescence or bubbling, which is a sign of the reaction taking place.
8. Let the mixture sit for several hours or even overnight to allow sufficient time for the reaction to complete.
9. After the reaction is complete, carefully pour off the liquid from the container, while keeping the solid copper in the container.
10. Rinse the copper with distilled water to remove any residual acid or salts.
11. Finally, dry the copper completely, either by air-drying it or using a gentle heat source like a hot plate or oven at a low temperature.
The resulting copper compound should be Cuprochloride, although its color might vary depending on the reaction conditions and purity of the materials used.
Remember to handle chemicals with caution and follow proper safety procedures throughout the process.