[Lolwot]

Hey,
I'm aware of oure cobalt being insoluble to water, but i no it reacts with acid. Basically i have to right up a quick experimental procedure on how it reacts and the outcome, but without actually doing the experiment. Searched online, basically been through everything and i cant find anything to do with cobalt reacting in acids.
If someone has a link or can could just jot down a few lines on what actually happens i would be greatful [:

[Lolwot]

pure cobalt* sorry for the double post but it wont let me edit my other post..

[Arkcon]

Recently, in another thread on these boards, someone with a similar problem to yours has quoted an on-line reference.  You may want to check it out:  http://www.chemicalforums.com/index.php?topic=31326.msg119418#msg119418

[Lolwot]

Ok i found this

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Cobalt metal dissolves slowly in dilute sulfuric acid to form solutions containing the aquated Co(II) ion together with hydrogen gas, H2. In practice, the Co(II) is present as the complex ion [Co(OH2)6]2+.
Any idea on how much of each would of been used? sulfuric acid & cobalt?
thanks,

[Borek]

Start with the reaction equation.