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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Inorganic: D and F Block Elements

Question:

Which of the following will be formed when K4[Fe(CN)6] solution is added to FeCl3 solution?

Options:

Ferro-ferrocyanide

Ferro-ferricyanide

Ferri-ferrocyanide

Ferri-ferricyanide

Correct Answer:

Ferri-ferrocyanide

Explanation:

When the solution containing ferric chloride is treated with potassium ferrocyanide solution a blue precipitate/colouration is obtained. The colour of the precipitate is Prussian blue. It is ferric ferro-cyanide.
4FeCl3+3K4[Fe(CN)6⟶ Fe4[Fe(CN)6]3+12KCl