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Copper Sulfate

MESHD019327

A sulfate salt of copper. It is a potent emetic and is used as an antidote for poisoning by phosphorus. It also can be used to prevent the growth of algae.

Synonyms

  • Sulfate, Copper
  • Blue Vitriol
  • Vitriol, Blue
  • Cupric Sulfate
  • Sulfate, Cupric

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