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Copper carbonate decomposes at 290 °C, giving off carbon dioxide and leaving copper(II) oxide:
CuCO3 (s) → CuO (s) + CO2 (g)
| Materials | Copper Carbonate A source of CuO copper oxide used in ceramic glazes to produce a variety of colors (used only or with other colorants). | 
| Glossary | Carbon Burnout Ceramic materials, especially clays, often contain carbon and organic compounds. When they are fired in a kiln, these must burn out, often producing complications. | 
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