Cu(HO)2, commonly known as copper(II) hydroxide, is an inorganic ceramic compound consisting of copper cations bonded with hydroxide groups. It is primarily used as a fungicide, bactericide, and wood preservative in agricultural and industrial settings, and also serves as a precursor material in chemical synthesis and pigment production. Engineers select this material for applications requiring antimicrobial properties or as a feedstock for producing other copper compounds, though its use is often limited by solubility and stability constraints compared to more durable copper oxide alternatives.
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| Property | Value | Unit | Conditions | Source | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Formation Energy(ΔHf) | -0.9335 | eV/atom | — |