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Copper sulphate pentahydrate turns white when treated with concentrated sulphuric acid. 

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### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Copper Sulphate Pentahydrate**: - Copper sulphate pentahydrate has the chemical formula CuSO₄·5H₂O. It is a blue crystalline solid that contains five molecules of water (water of crystallization) associated with each formula unit of copper sulfate. 2. **Treatment with Concentrated Sulphuric Acid**: - When copper sulphate pentahydrate is treated with concentrated sulphuric acid (H₂SO₄), a chemical reaction occurs. Concentrated sulphuric acid is known for its strong dehydrating properties. ...
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