Question

Write word equations and then balanced equations for the reactions taking place when dilute hydrochloric acid reacts with iron filings.

Answer 1

• When dilute hydrochloric acid reacts with iron filings then ferrous chloride and hydrogen gas are formed.
• The word equation is as follows:

Dil. Hydrochloric acid + Iron → Ferrous(II) chloride + Hydrogen

• The balanced equation is as follows:

$6HCl+3F3\to 3F3C{l}_2+3H_2$