Copper Patina Formation (Verdigris)

2Cu + O2 + H2O + CO2 → Cu2(OH)2CO3

Ikhtisar

Copper slowly oxidizes in moist air containing CO₂ to form basic copper carbonate, the green patina known as verdigris. Copper is oxidized from Cu⁰ to Cu²⁺. Unlike iron rust, the copper patina forms a protective layer that prevents further corrosion, which is why copper roofs last centuries.

Peserta

Peran Zat Koefisien Keadaan
Reaktan Oxygen O 1 (g)
Reaktan Water H₂O 1 (l)
Reaktan Carbon Dioxide CO₂ 1 (g)
Reaktan Copper Cu 2 (s)

Contoh Sehari-hari

The Statue of Liberty's green color is copper patina formed over decades of exposure to New York's atmosphere.

Pentingnya dalam Industri

Copper patination is deliberately accelerated in architecture for aesthetic purposes. Understanding copper corrosion is essential for building material selection.

Sifat

Jenis
Redox
Dapat Dibalik
Tidak
Energi
Eksoterm
ΔH
-720,0 kJ/mol

Reaksi Terkait

Iron(II) to Iron(III) Oxidation by Oxygen Bleaching with Sodium Hypochlorite Copper Reduction of Silver Ion Aqua Regia Dissolving Gold Cerium(IV) Reduction by Iron(II) Chlorine Oxidation of Bromide Copper Oxidation by Nitric Acid Hypochlorite Oxidation of Hydrogen Peroxide Hydrogen Peroxide as Oxidizing Agent (Acidic) Displacement of Hydrogen from Acid by Magnesium

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the equation for Copper Patina Formation (Verdigris)?
The balanced equation is: 2Cu + O₂ + H₂O + CO₂ → Cu₂(OH)₂CO₃.
What type of reaction is Copper Patina Formation (Verdigris)?
Copper Patina Formation (Verdigris) is a redox reaction.
Is Copper Patina Formation (Verdigris) exothermic or endothermic?
Copper Patina Formation (Verdigris) is exothermic (releases energy). The enthalpy change (ΔH) is -720.0 kJ/mol.