Dehydration Reaction: Examples & Explanation

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The forum discussion centers on dehydration reactions, specifically highlighting the decomposition of Copper(II) sulfate pentahydrate (CuSO4·5H2O) into anhydrous Copper(II) sulfate (CuSO4) and water (H2O). Participants seek additional examples of dehydration reactions, emphasizing the need for clarity and specific instances. A link to a resource from Baruch College is provided, which may contain further examples and explanations of dehydration reactions.

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Understanding of chemical reactions and stoichiometry.
Familiarity with hydration and dehydration processes in chemistry.
Knowledge of Copper(II) sulfate and its properties.
Basic grasp of chemical notation and molecular formulas.

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Sep 25, 2004

dg_5021

Does anyone know of an example for dehydration reaction?

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Sep 25, 2004

dg_5021

lol noooooo like a decomposition for example CuSO4 5H2O = CuSO4 + 5H2O do u know another one?

Sep 25, 2004

Sweet & Intellectual

Are you talking about this?

http://www.baruch.cuny.edu/wsas/departments/natural_science/chemistry/chm_1000/chm_magic.doc

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