Describe the bonding present in a metallic element such as copper. A diagram may be included in your response.
State what is used for the positive electrode (anode), the negative electrode (cathode) and the electrolyte.
Calculate the greatest mass of copper(II) sulfate crystals, CuSO$_4\cdot$5H$_2$O, that may be formed using the following steps.
State one observation showing that the copper(II) oxide is in excess in step 1.
Give a reason for the decrease in rate of reaction. Explain your answer in particle terms.
Name a substance, other than copper(II) oxide, that may be added to dilute sulfuric acid to make copper(II) sulfate in step 1.
Name the process used to separate excess copper(II) oxide from aqueous copper(II) sulfate in step 2.
Suggest the meaning of the term saturated solution in step 3.
Explain why aqueous copper(II) sulfate is not taken to dryness in step 3.