2FeCl3(aq)+3NH4OH(aq)→
In the above reaction what is the colour of precipitate formed?
A
White
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B
Brown
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C
Blue
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D
Green
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Solution
The correct option is B Brown As a weak base, ammonia precipitates the hydroxides (hydrated oxides in case of some metals) of many metals from their salt solutions. 2FeCl3(aq)+3NH4OH(aq)→Fe2O3.xH2O(s)Brown ppt+3NH4Cl(aq)