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Mehak observed that a green coat is gradually formed on a copper plate left exposed to air in her room. Identify the chemical name of the green layer?

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To identify the chemical name of the green layer formed on a copper plate exposed to air, we can follow these steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Observation**: Mehak notices a green coat on a copper plate left in the air. - This indicates a chemical reaction is occurring on the surface of the copper. 2. **Understanding the Environment**: The air contains various gases, including oxygen, carbon dioxide (CO2), and moisture (water vapor). ...
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