Combining copper sulphate (CuSO₄) with inorganic acids can produce specific chemical or antimicrobial benefits listed below:
1. Enhanced Solubility and Ionization
Inorganic acids increase the solubility of copper sulphate by dissociating more copper (Cu²⁺) and sulphate (SO₄²⁻) ions in solution. This leads to higher ionic activity, which enhances its antimicrobial or fungicidal action, as copper ions are the active agents.
2. Formation of Stronger Antimicrobial Solutions
Acidic environments potentiate the toxicity of copper ions to microbial cells by disrupting cell membranes, proteins, and DNA more effectively. For example, acidified copper sulphate is more effective in disrupting fungal spore germination and bacterial biofilms.
Please use Cop Ap Plus in this hot & humid weather to protect your birds, farm & hatchery from fungal infections.
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Dr Naresh Gupta
Saurabh Gupta