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Effect of HCL on copper wire?

Updated: 9/17/2023
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The equation is: CU + 2HCl = CuCl2 + H2.

IOW, you'll get a molecule of cupric chloride (a chemical that has a few uses) and a hydrogen molecule. The hydrogen is a fire hazard, so either do this in a well-ventilated area or figure out some way to capture the hydrogen for later use.

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