1. Record the mass of copper(II) sulfate used in the reaction.
2. Record the yield of dry tetraamminecopper(II) sulfate-1-water obtained
CPAC 4b – Obtains accurate, precise and sufficient data for experimental and investigative procedures and records this methodically using appropriate units and conventions.
· Writes down the exact burette value to 0.05cm3
· Measures masses to at least 2dp’s
· Data recorded includes units
· Data recorded consistently
1. Write the equation for this reaction.
2. Calculate the relative formula masses of CuSO4•5H2O and Cu(NH3)4SO4•H2O.
3. Calculate the number of moles of copper(II) sulfate used in the reaction.
4. Use your answer to calculate the theoretical yield of tetraamminecopper(II) sulfate-1-water your reaction should have produced.
5. Calculate the percentage yield obtained in this reaction.
6. Comment on your percentage yield. Explain any loss or gain in mass compared with the theoretical yield.
Use ratios fractions and percentages
Consult CLEAPSS Hazcards® 27C, 40A, 6. Perform a risk assessment using up-to-date information before this practical is carried out