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Which outcome occurs when solid anhydrous copper(II) sulfate is exposed to humid air?

A)Hydration into copper(II) sulfate pentahydrate
B)Sublimation directly into gaseous copper sulfate
C)Decomposition forming copper(II) oxide
D)Oxidation into copper(III) sulfate

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Blue copper(II) sulfate pentahydrate forms because the solid undergoes a phase change driven by the hygroscopic nature and spontaneous hydration. Therefore, the anhydrous powder hydrates rather than sublimating or oxidizing, because of water availability.

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