Encyclopedia of Earth
Encyclopedia of Earth: Copper
Information about the element, Copper, atomic number 29. Covers its history, sources, physical properties, atomic properties, how abundant it is on the Earth, details about permissible exposure, uses, and possible substitutes.
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Mineralogy Database
Detailed site providing exceptional information on copper composition, images, crystallography, Dana and Strunz classifications and much more.
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Copper Development Association
This organization supports the promotion and expansion of the global copper industry through its efforts in developing markets, engineering, and providing information. Also provides educational resources.
Chemicool
Chemicool: Copper
A nice arrangement of data tables covering the most imporatnt chemical and physical properties of copper.
Carnegie Mellon University
Mineral Collection Images
Some nice photos and descriptions of some copper ores.
Science Education Resource Center at Carleton College
Serc: Bot Ec: Percentage of Copper in Ore
Suppose that you are building a new house. It will take about 90 kg (198 pounds) of copper to do the electrical wiring. In order to get the copper in the first place, someone needs to mine solid rock that contains copper, extract the...
TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Copper: Periodic Table of Videos
The team at Periodicvideos has created a TED-Ed Lesson for every element of the periodic table. This one is about copper- element number 29 on the periodic table. Discover it with a nice demonstration and some interesting stories from...
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Vigsnes Copper Museum: The Statue of Liberty
This resource presents an intersting discussion of the source for the copper for the statue of liberty and the evidence to support it.
Web Elements
Web Elements Periodic Table: Copper
This page gives useful numerical and qualitative information about copper, chemical symbol Cu. Includes videos of certain reactions, electronic configuration, and information about the isolation of copper metal.
Royal Society of Chemistry
Periodic Table: Copper
A short summary of some basic information on copper and how it is used.
Ducksters
Ducksters: Chemistry for Kids: Elements: Copper
Kids learn about the element copper and its chemistry including atomic weight, atom, uses, sources, name, and discovery. Plus properties and characteristics of copper.
Science Struck
Science Struck: Physical Properties of Copper
Describes the physical properties of copper.
Science Struck
Science Struck: Melting Point of Copper
Read about the properties of copper, what its melting point is, and the role this plays in producing copper carbonate and copper alloys.
Science Struck
Science Struck: Why Does Copper Oxidize and Turn Green?
Explains the process of copper oxidation, the chemical reactions that are involved, and gives examples of oxidation occurring. Includes the steps for an activity where you can try oxidizing copper at home, and describes how to prevent...
Science Struck
Science Struck: Chemical Properties of Copper
Describes the chemical properties of copper, some of its physical properties, and some applications. Includes a table of its chemical properties and the values associated with them, e.g., density, atomic mass, etc.
Science4Fun
Science4 Fun: Copper
Fun and interesting information about Copper, the second best conductor of electricity. Learn about its characteristics, uses, where it is found, and discovery.
Science for Kids
Science Kids: Copper Facts
Interesting facts about copper including its unique properties and uses.