A solution of FeCl 3 in water acts as acidic due to, Hydrolysis of Fe 3 +, Acidic impurities, Dissociation, Ionization

FeCl 3 + 3 H 2 O ⇌ Fe ( OH ) 3 + 3 HCl . Strong acid and weak base.

A solution of FeCl 3 in water acts as acidic due to

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A solution of $\mathrm{FeCl}_3$ in water acts as acidic due to

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The correct answer is: Hydrolysis of $\mathrm{Fe}^{3+}$

$\mathrm{FeCl}_3+3 \mathrm{H}_2 \mathrm{O} \rightleftharpoons \mathrm{Fe}(\mathrm{OH})_3+3 \mathrm{HCl}$. Strong acid and weak base.

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