Why do copper vessels develop a greenish layer when exposed to moist air? Also write the equation.
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copper vessels develop a greenish layer when exposed to moist and the cause copper is rusted when exposed to moist air reacts with water and oxygen present in the moist air and form a greenish layer of copper oxide
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Due to copper patina
Explanation:
Copper when exposed to air forms copper patina (CuCO3 + CuOH) composed of copper carbonate and copper hydroxide
Equation:
Cu + H2O + O2 = CuCO3 + CuOH
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