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Copper phosphide has a role in Copper Alloys , namely in Phosphor Bronze . It is a very good deoxidizer of copper. Copper phosphide can be produced in a Reverberatory Furnace or in a Crucible , eg. by a reaction of red Phosphorus with a copper-rich material. It can also be prepared photochemically, by irradiating Cupric Hypophosphite with ultraviolet radiation. {Link without Title} When subjected to Ultraviolet light, copper phosphide shows Fluorescence . A blue-black film of copper phosphide forms on White Phosphorus when subjected to a solution of copper salt; wounds containing particles of phosphorus therefore have to be washed with 1% solution of Copper Sulfate . The particles then can be easily removed, which is helped by their fluorescence. Formation of protective layer of copper phosphide is also used in cases of phosphorus ingestion, when gastric lavage with copper sulfate is employed as part of the cure. [http://www.merckvetmanual.com/mvm/htm/bc/212900.htm EXTERNAL LINKS |
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