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Why do blue copper(II) sulfate crystals turn white in concentrated H2SO4?
AIt oxidises copper
BIt removes water
CIt reduces sulfate
DIt neutralises them
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. It removes water
The acid dehydrates the hydrated crystals, leaving white anhydrous copper sulfate.
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