Question

Bleeding due to a cut can be stopped by applying ferric chloride solution in the laboratory. This is due to

• A. Coagulation of negatively charged blood particles by Fe³⁺ions
• B. Coagulation of positively charged blood particles by Cl^- ions
• C. Reaction taking place between ferric ions and the haemoglobin forming a complex
• D. Common clement, iron, in both FeCl₃ and haemoglobin.

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Coagulation of negatively charged blood particles by Fe³⁺ions

Due to coagulation of blood particles by $F{e}^{3+}$